What are the white spots on the nails of children?

It is very common to see white spots on children's nails. What's the matter with the white spots on baby's nails? I believe many mothers have encountered the problem of white spots on baby's nails, but mothers do not understand the real reason for the white spots on baby's nails. Below we will introduce in detail the four common reasons for white spots on baby's nails, hoping to be helpful to parents.

1. Ascaris

If your baby often has stomach pain, it may be due to roundworms, which will be reflected as white spots on the nails.

Countermeasures: Take stool to check for ascarid eggs. If positive, take anthelmintic drugs.

2. Poor digestive function

White spots on your baby's nails are a sign of poor digestion.

Countermeasures: Frequently give your baby some appetizing fruits such as apples, hawthorns, etc. to promote digestion. It is also okay to take some digestion-promoting tablets.

3. Lack of trace elements

The lack of trace elements in the body will also be reflected in white spots on the nails. You should go to the hospital to check what elements are missing. Do not blindly buy health products to supplement trace elements.

Countermeasures: Take peripheral blood samples to check trace elements. If the deficiency is mild, the patient can adjust the diet; if it is severe, zinc and iron preparations can be supplemented.

4. Caused by trauma

Nails are easily injured when they are exposed to the outside for a long time. For example, if they are squeezed or collided, the roots of the nails will be damaged and lose their original color. White spots or white spots will appear on the nails, and in severe cases, there will be bloody bruises.

Countermeasures: No need to do anything, as the nails grow, the spotted part will eventually be trimmed off. 】

From the above, we can see that white spots on baby's nails are not a big deal and parents don't need to worry too much. However, parents should not ignore the white spots on their baby's nails. They should take their children to the doctor for examination in time to determine the cause and carry out symptomatic treatment. They must not use medicine indiscriminately to avoid affecting the child's future growth and development.