Patient Buzz: Nail Signs of Systemic Disease | The Expert Weighs In
Nail disorders have a variety of causes, from wet work to fungi to trauma. Two recent articles in the consumer press highlighted the common – and uncommon – causes of nail disorders, including systemic health issues. Verywell Health wrote about the nail signs of high blood sugar, while Women’s Health wrote about the dermatological and systemic causes of white spots on the nails.
For what …
Nail disorders have a variety of causes, from wet work to fungi to trauma. Two recent articles in the consumer press highlighted the common – and uncommon – causes of nail disorders, including systemic health issues. Verywell Health wrote about the nail signs of high blood sugar, while Women’s Health wrote about the dermatological and systemic causes of white spots on the nails.
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A 65-year-old patient presents with this painful, itchy rash on the right dorsal foot. The pain has made ambulating difficult. Prior unsuccessful treatments included topical betamethasone and clotrimazole. Based on the image provided, which of the following treatments have the highest cure rate?
A. Oral itraconazole
B. Oral terbinafine
C. Topical ciclopirox nail lacquer
D. Topical … 
A 30 year old female presents with the following nail change. Which part of the nail has been affected to yield this clinical finding?
A. Nail matrix
B. Nail plate
C. Nail bed
D. Proximal nail fold
E. Hyponychium
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Next Steps in Derm, in partnership with ODAC Dermatology, Aesthetic and Surgical Conference, interviewed Dr. Molly Hinshaw (who is board certified in Dermatology and Dermatopathology, and directs the Nail Clinic at UWHealth in Madison, WI) about nail biopsies. Watch as she offers advice to her fellow dermatologists on preparing themselves (as well as their staff and patients) before this procedure … 
Gel manicures are noted for their longevity, making them especially popular with brides looking for a manicure that will remain chip-free through the honeymoon. The magazine Brides wrote an article recently raising concerns about the safety of gel nails and the UV light used in the drying and curing process.
How should you respond if a patient mentions gel nails?
For an expert opinion, I c …