Dry fingernails and toenails break easily?

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Question
Hello doctor,
I am 37 years old this year, my fingernails and toenails are dry and brittle, please ask if my nails are dry and brittle? Thank you doctor.
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by BSCK I Le Thi Thu Hang - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine, Vinmec Hai Phong International General Hospital.

Hello,
With the question “What's wrong with dry brittle fingernails and toenails? , the doctor answered as follows:
Dry, split and brittle fingernails and toenails can be a sign of nail damage in many diseases such as nail fungus, nail psoriasis, trauma or infection bacteria,... You should see a dermatologist for early diagnosis and treatment.
If you still have questions about dry, brittle nails, you can go to a medical facility under Vinmec Health System for early examination and treatment. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wish you a lot of health.
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