What Are the Different Types of Fingernail Problems?
There are many types of diseases and disorders that can effect fingernails. Of the dozen or so fingernail problems that doctors encounter, there are a few that are considered very common. This list includes paronychia, pseudomonas, tinea unguis, leuconychia, and beau’s lines. The first three need to be treated with medication, while the last two require no treatment. Paronychia is one of the fingernail problems that causes pain and requires treatment, in most cases. It is usually the result of a tear in the folds of skin around the nail. Bacteria makes its way under the nail and causes pain, redness and swelling. It is most commonly treated by soaking the nail in a solution comprosed of 50% warm water and 50% antibacterial soap, three to four times a day, for about 15 minutes each time.
