Surprising Things Your Nails May Reveal About Your Health

6.Detached Nails

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Onycholysis is when the nail lifts from the bed. Medications and harsh chemicals can trigger it, and it sometimes signals thyroid disease. It usually starts at the tip and moves toward the cuticle, creating a white, opaque area from trapped air. Other causes include psoriasis, fungus, trauma, and certain drugs, especially tetracyclines. Frequent manicures or prolonged water exposure can worsen it. Care focuses on keeping nails dry and clean, avoiding irritants, and letting them grow out. If tied to a systemic condition, treating the cause helps prevent recurrence.