November 20, 2012
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A chronic skin condition characterized by inflamed, red, raised areas that develop silvery scales; also causes pitting, splitting, and discoloration of the nail plate.
Keywords: nail diseases psoriasis skin diseases
March 22, 2011
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Psoriasis is a chronic recurring condition that commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin.
Keywords: psoriasis skin conditions skin diseases
December 16, 2010
| Encyclopedia
An inflammatory condition of the skin characterized by redness, itching, and oozing vesicular lesions, which become scaly, crusted, or hardened.
Keywords: eczema nail diseases psoriasis skin care skin diseases
June 1, 2008
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They get their name from their resemblance to a little splinter wedged under the nail. In most cases, these small thin lines are harmless. But techs should be aware they could signal a larger problem.
Keywords: fungal infections nail diseases nail trauma psoriasis splinter hemorrhage
April 1, 2008
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Psoriasis is a chronic, recurring condition that commonly causes red scaly patches to appear on the skin. These patches frequently occur on the elbows and knees, but can affect any area including the fingernails and toenails.
Keywords: nail diseases psoriasis skin conditions
June 1, 2004
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Our feet — along with our activities— change as we mature. From hereditary problems to injuries, our feet often take a pounding the older we get. Help your clients take care of their feet throughout their lifetime to ensure good foot health into old age.
Keywords: arthritic clients athlete's foot brittle nails bunions corns
December 1, 1997
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One of the most common conditions that affects the nail is onycholysis, which is the separation of the nail plate from the nail bed. Onycholysis occurs as a result of or along with a great variety of nail traumas and disorders. Probably the most common cause of onycholysis is a fungal infection of the nail.
Keywords: onycholysis psoriasis The Nail Doctor
December 1, 1996
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Nail problems in children and adolescents may often mirror those disorders found in adults., but some differences exist.
Keywords: children's services diabetic clients onychomycosis psoriasis The Nail Doctor
June 1, 1996
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Nail technicians should know as much about the inside of the nail as the outside. Here’s an anatomy lesson on the onychium. Pay attention – there’s going to be a test at the end.
Keywords: cortisone diabetic clients effects of medications on nails nail anatomy onychomycosis
June 1, 1995
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Skin problems come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and textures. You may not be a dermatologist, but you can still handle these problems with confidence and without risk to yourself or your business.
Keywords: athlete's foot dermatitis eczema effects of medications on nails fungus
April 1, 1995
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Psoriasis is a condition that most frequently manifests on the skin. Approximately 4% of the American population (10 million people) is affected by this disorder. Most of these patients have psoriasis that involves their nails.
Keywords: fungal infections psoriasis
