White nails L62.8

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

Leukonychie; White nail

Definition
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Whitish to milky glass-coloured nail discolouration in liver failure (hepatic signs), see also half and half nails; see also Meesian cross bands.

Therapy
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Diagnosis and treatment of the underlying disease. A local influence on the colour change is medically not possible. Alternative: Covering nail varnish.

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Incoming links (1)

Leukonychie;

Outgoing links (2)

Half-and-half nails; Meese cross bands;

Disclaimer

Please ask your physician for a reliable diagnosis. This website is only meant as a reference.

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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