Aged-Related Changes in the Nails

Yost, John Montgomery

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-18380-0_3

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“…Myxoid cysts affect the distal fingers and toes, and may be superficial (located near the proximal fold nail) or deep (located near the DIP joint). Clinically, they present as skin-colored to translucent, smooth, dome-shaped, and fluctuant nodules located distal to the interphalangeal joint, most commonly on the first three fingers [ 34 , 72 ] ( Figure 12 ).…”

Section: Other Nail Changesmentioning

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Nails in older adults

Albucker,

Conway,

Lipner

2024

Annals of Medicine

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As the world’s population of adults greater than 60 years old continues to increase, it is important to manage nail disorders that may impact their daily lives. Nail disorders may have significant impact on quality of life due to decreased functionality, extreme pain, or social embarrassment. In this review, we discuss nail disorders affecting older patients, including physiologic, traumatic, drug-induced, infectious, environmental, inflammatory, and neoplastic conditions. Diagnosis of these conditions involves a detailed history, physical examination of all 20 nails, and depending on the condition, a nail clipping or biopsy and/or diagnostic imaging. Nails grow even more slowly in older adults compared to younger individuals, and therefore it is important for accurate diagnosis, and avoidance of inappropriate management and delay of treatment. Increased awareness of nail pathologies may help recognition and management of nail conditions in older adults.

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Section: Other Nail Changesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Nails in older adults

Albucker,

Conway,

Lipner

2024

Annals of Medicine

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“…Notable nail changes include alterations in color, contour, increased nail plate size, and shifts in chemical composition. The color of the nail plate often shifts from pale pink to yellow, gray, or white, appearing dull and opaque [11]. Some individuals may exhibit “Neapolitan” nail plates, lacking lunula, featuring a white proximal section, a normal pink central band, and an opaque distal free edge.…”

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Exposome Impact on Nail Health

Prudkin,

Cedirian,

Santamaria

et al. 2024

Skin Appendage Disord

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Background: The nail unit is a complex system with various components, each serving distinct functions. The exposome, encompassing external and internal factors such as UV radiation, air pollution, dietary habits, and cosmetic product usage, substantially influences nail health and can lead to premature nail aging. Summary: Internal and external exposomal factors can impact differently on nail health, inducing a variety of different clinical conditions. Effective therapeutic strategies exist, but a comprehensive understanding of how the exposome affects nails is lacking. This article aims to bridge this knowledge gap by exploring the relationship between the exposome and nail health, emphasizing it as a central focus of our analysis. Key Messages: (1) The exposome, comprising various external and internal factors, may significantly influence nail health negatively, leading to premature nail aging. (2) Different nail conditions may arise due to the exposomal influence on nails. (3) Understanding the exposome’s impact on nail health is crucial for developing solutions to mitigate negative effects and improve overall nail well-being.

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