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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Finger Nail Pad disconnect
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Finger Nail Pad disconnect
by Hawk, May 29, 2001 12:00AM
My wife had acrylic nails some years ago and the nails started disconnecting from her pads, she had the the acrylic nails removed but now two years later they still are disconnected and from time she will lose one and the nail will grow for a short time and then disconnect. It is extremely painful and she has little strength in them. Her Dermatoligst gave her a prescr she puts on the nails put has not helped. It almost appears like a 'fungul' infection, any suggestions????
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, May 29, 2001 12:00AM
, May 29, 2001 12:00AM
Not sure. Acrylic nails should not damage the nail permanently. Neither, for that matter, should fungus (which is unlikely in any case.) I think you need to get a more precise diagnosis. Start with the doctor you have and go further if needed.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
