What is Nail Psoriasis?

People who have Nail Psoriasis are likely to be suffering from Psoriasis of the skin as well. Psoriasis is a skin disease in which a person starts having dry, red patches skin. In most cases, if the said condition affects your fingernails, Psoriasis of the skin is experienced too. Nail Psoriasis can be seen in more than one nail and its severity varies in each person. In more severe cases, this can result in the permanent loss of fingernails. Psoriasis of the nails can disrupt the normal daily routine of around 50% of people suffering from it because of the pain.

The exact cause of Nail Psoriasis is not yet determined although it is believed that there are genetic, immunological and environmental factors contribute to its development. Both men and women are at risk of having the said skin condition and can occur in people of all races. Psoriasis – regardless of its type – tends to run in the family. If one of your parents or a sibling has been diagnosed with Psoriasis, your chances of developing the skin condition is at 25%. If both of your parents have it, your risk of being diagnosed with it at some point in your life is at 75%.  

It is not difficult to know if you are indeed suffering from Nail Psoriasis. Nail pitting is one of its most common signs. Doctors call this the pitting of the nail matrix. This occurs when the certain cells (parakeratotic cells) are lost on the nails surface. Nail discoloration can also be caused by Psoriasis. Fingernails may look yellowish which may also look like a drop of blood under the nail plate. Doctors refer to this as an “oil patch” or “salmon patch.”

This is a sign that doctors look at when diagnosing Nail Psoriasis. Loosening of the nails – or as doctors call it, Oncholysis – is another symptoms of Psoriasis of the nails. You may notice a white patch on your skin and this means that your nail is separated from the skin underneath. The reason why this happens is that the nail bed (or the skin underneath your nail) may become infected. The loosening of the nails usually begins at the tips and moves to the roots.

A third of Nail Psoriasis cases can be treated with the use of antifungal medication. However, the best way to deal with it is by preventing further damage to the nails. Gentle nail care is very important. You should also make sure that your nails are properly moisturized. Friction and pressure on the nails should be avoided so it is important to wear comfortable shoes at all times. You can also try soaking your nails in warm water as this helps soothe symptoms caused by the condition. 

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