Causes of white spots on children's fingers

Causes of white spots on children's fingers

Many people do not take changes in nails seriously, and think that changes in fingernails will not have any impact on their bodies. In fact, this is not the case. Many times, changes in fingernails will indicate the occurrence of disease, especially when you find white spots on your child's fingernails, you need to pay more attention to it. This is very likely because the child's body has shown signs of calcium deficiency, so you must be vigilant and conduct timely examinations to draw a final conclusion.

White spots or mica-like spots on the nails indicate a lack of trace elements such as calcium and silicon, and the presence of parasites. Such people are prone to nervousness, irritability, and habitual constipation.

White spots or floc-like white spots on the nails may be caused by zinc deficiency, gastrointestinal disease, or anemia. A rough, dull face with grooves, vertical stripes, white spots, and an abnormal proportion of health circles is often a sign of poor physical condition.

White spots on the nails are very common and usually recur. Some people say that this is a sign of poor gastrointestinal function, but this has no medical basis. Because of long-term exposure to the outside, nails are easily damaged. For example, fingers get stuck in door cracks, nails are squeezed or collided, etc., which causes damage to the nail matrix cells at the root of the nails during production, resulting in white spots. If the nail bed is damaged, splinter-like bleeding will occur under the nails. Don't worry though, as the nail grows upwards it will eventually be trimmed off.

Although there is no clear medical explanation for white spots on the nails, we have found in clinical work that some children with calcium and zinc deficiency will experience this condition. It is recommended that you take your child to the hospital for trace element testing to determine the cause of the disease and receive appropriate treatment.

Protein nails, also known as white spot nails, are caused by disease or nail injury that allows air to enter the inner layer of the nail. If the nails are not loose and there are no other abnormalities, you can apply nail polish or get crystal nails.

Nails develop from nail cells. When there is external stimulation or improper nail care, the development function of some nail cells will be hindered. The white spots and fine lines that appear in this case will eventually be eliminated by us after a period of time as the nail cells recover and grow outwards. The growth period for fingernails is 3 months, and for toenails it is 12 months.

In fact, if white spots appear on your child's fingertips, it is likely that many parasites have grown in the child's body. If it is not treated in time, your child may become constipated frequently, and the toxins will not be able to be excreted from the body in time. You also need to regulate your child's emotions, not be too irritable, and remember to keep your emotions stable.

<<:  What causes skin peeling on children's fingers?

>>:  What to do if children's fingers peel

Recommend

How to treat pediatric hip synovitis?

Hip synovitis is a common disease among children ...

What are the symptoms of ADHD in a four-year-old child?

The physical health of children is an issue that ...

How much plasma protein is in a child

There is protein in everyone's blood. The con...

What to do if your child has a recurring low-grade fever

Parents should never ignore children's repeat...

What to do if a premature baby doesn't poop

If a premature baby has trouble defecating, you m...

How to treat sinusitis in children?

We always give special care to the growth of chil...

Nursing care for premature infants born at 34 weeks

A baby born prematurely at 34 weeks is at a great...

What should we pay attention to when it comes to children’s dental beauty?

The tooth replacement stage for children is very ...

How should children enhance their immunity?

Many mothers will find that their babies’ immunit...

What is the cause of Selective Disorder Syndrome in children?

Selective mutism, also known as selective mutism,...

Reasons for slow weight gain in newborns after adding complementary foods

How many newborns gain weight slowly? This is som...

How to reduce fever quickly in children

Adults' physical resistance is much stronger ...

Why does the baby shiver?

What is the reason why the baby shivers? New pare...

What are the symptoms of sinusitis and adenoid hypertrophy in babies?

We all know that sinusitis is a very common disea...

The benefits of drinking student milk

Everyone knows that milk is an indispensable nutr...