White Marks On Your Toenails: What Are They And How To Get Rid Of Them

What Are White Spots On Your Toenails?

It is quite common to get white marks on your toenails from time to time, but it is worth exploring the reasons behind them. White marks on your nails are medically referred to as leuconychia. If the white marks are down to an injury, they will usually clear up by themselves, without any need to do anything. However, there could be many other causes – a fungal infection or even an allergic reaction to a particular kind of nail polish. A vitamin deficiency can also be a factor, or in more serious, but thankfully less common, cases, they could be due to heart, liver, or kidney disease.

Are There Home Remedies for White Spots on Toenails?

The treatment for white spots on toenails will depend on the cause of the condition. If it is simply down to an injury, it will probably clear up on its own, but you might want to give it a helping hand by keeping the area cool and ensuring you wear appropriate, comfortable footwear.

How Can I Strengthen my Nails?

If you’ve ascertained that the white spots on your nails are down to a lack of vitamins and nutrients, it would be a good idea to consider changing your diet and introducing some multivitamins.

Make sure you keep your toenails short but without cutting too far; this encourages healthier and stronger growth while disposing of the weaker edges. Applying a moisturizer should also help. If the white spots are caused by something more serious, the doctor will be able to recommend appropriate medication.

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How Long Does It Take for White Spots on Nails to Go Away?

The length of time it takes for white spots to clear up depends on the underlying cause. Injuries to the nails can take up to three months to clear, and if the toenail ends up coming off, it may take over a year for the regrowth. If there turns out to be an underlying medical condition, your doctor can advise you regarding the marks disappearing.

How to Prevent White Spots on Nails?

A healthy diet, full of fruit and vegetables will help keep your nails healthy, as will hydration and keeping your feet comfortable in appropriate, well-fitting footwear. Regular use of moisturizer on your nails and being careful to avoid injury will also help. Make sure you remove your nail polish regularly, giving your nails plenty of time to breathe before you re-apply fresh coats.

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