Plazo: Inflammatory conditions
Definición (en inglés sencillo):
Inflammatory conditions are illnesses where the immune system or chronic irritation causes ongoing swelling, redness, and tissue damage in the body.
Ejemplos:
- Psoriasis (skin and nails)
- Lichen planus (skin, nails, mucous membranes)
- Eczema / dermatitis
- Autoimmune connective tissue diseases (lupus, scleroderma)
Cómo se relaciona con las uñas:
Chronic inflammation can damage the nail matrix (where the nail grows) or the nail bed, leading to ridges, pits, onycholysis (lifting), or permanent nail scarring.
Confundible con:
Fungal nail infections, trauma, or ageing changes, which can look similar but have different causes.
Descargo de responsabilidad:
⚠️ Esta información sólo tiene fines educativos. No constituye un diagnóstico. En caso de duda, consulte siempre a su médico.
