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    GlossaryOnychomadesis (nail shedding)

    shedding or detachment of a nail from its bed

    Onychomadesis is the medical term for the shedding or detachment of a nail from its nail bed, often starting at the base of the nail. This condition can be caused by various factors, including trauma, infections, systemic illnesses, or severe stress to the body.

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