Yellow Nail Syndrome
Yellow
nail syndrome is a medical condition which includes the pleural effusions,
lymphoedema, discoloration of the nails.
Causes:
The
exact cause of the yellow nail syndrome is not yet known though it is usually
associated with patients with bronchiectasis, kidney disease, liver disease,
thyroid disease and psoriasis.
It
may even be caused by ingestion of arsenic poison or by an injury where there
is crushing if the base of the nail and where the nail is exposed to nail
polish for a long time.
Symptoms and Signs:
Symptoms
includes the swelling of the blocked or damaged lymphatic system. Usually it is
manifests through the yellowish colour of the nails.
Diagnosis:
Diagnosis
mainly depends on the symptoms as they manifests and usually includes x-rays,
blood tests, or examination of the nail part that is affected in the laboratory
Treatment:
Symptomatic
treatment advised by expert physician
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