Have you noticed a change to any of your nails lately? A change in color, texture, or shape can be harmless, but it can also be a sign of disease. If you notice any of the following changes to a fingernail or toenail, it’s time to see a board-certified dermatologist.
- Dark streak
- Nail lifting up
- Redness and swelling around a nail
- Color changes
- Pitted nails
- Deep grooves (or gaps)
- Thick, overgrown nails (Ram’s horn nails)
- Thin, spoon-shaped nails
- Washboard nails
- Clubbing (Curved nails)