White dots on nails

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The white spots on fingernails are called Leukonychia and are harmless. They are most commonly caused by minor injuries that occur while the nail is growing. Contrary to popular belief, leukonychia is not a sign of excess or deficiency of calcium and zinc or other vitamins in the diet.

White spots on the nails, in the form of long white fluctuations and if they appear on more than one nail, may be caused by protein and other nutrient

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Think twice the next time you are tempted to scoff at an alarmed individual who breaks a nail. The event may signal much more than the need for another manicure. Unhealthy and readily breakable nails indicate a variety of health compromising conditions including chronic bronchitis, thyroid disorders, and vitamin and mineral imbalances. Read on for a list of nail abnormalities and the different diseases and/or disorders associated with them.

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