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    GlossaryBrittle Nails (Onychoschizia)

    condition where nails easily split, crack, or break

    Brittle nails, also known as onychoschizia, refer to nails that are prone to splitting, cracking, or breaking easily. This condition can be caused by various factors, including frequent exposure to water or chemicals, nutritional deficiencies (such as low levels of biotin or iron), and underlying health issues like hypothyroidism or psoriasis. Proper nail care and addressing any underlying health concerns can help improve nail strength and reduce brittleness.

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      Nail Disorders

      research Nail Disorders

      January 2018 in “Elsevier eBooks”
      Different nail disorders are treated by targeting their specific causes and using appropriate medications or protective measures.
      Disorders of the Skin Appendages

      research Disorders of the Skin Appendages

      December 2016 in “John Wiley & Sons, Ltd eBooks”
      The document concludes that proper recognition and treatment of skin appendage disorders are important for management.
      Clinical Study of Twenty-Nail Dystrophy in Korea

      research Clinical Study of Twenty-Nail Dystrophy in Korea

      7 citations, September 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      The Korean study found that twenty-nail dystrophy mainly affects adults, more often women, and has five distinct types with different clinical progressions.
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