What is Hapalonychia?

Hapalonychia is also known as ‘eggshell nails‘. This condition has symptoms of thin, soft, curved, and brittle nails. The condition affects the nail matrix and the nail bed. .

 

What Causes It?

Causes of Hapalonychia include malnutrition, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic diseases such as Raynaud syndrome, some medications, and, occasionally, diseases of the nervous system

 

Who Does It Affect?

Anyone who suffers from diseases that can cause specific changes to the nail units.

 

How Can Nail Technicians Help?

At Nail'd.It!, we understand that this condition is medical and the disease is not transmissible.

A quality, safe, and hygienic manicure/pedicure can be performed by a nail technician.

It must only be treated by a medical professional.