Doctor Explains what your NAILS say about your HEALTH: Top 10 Nail Problems

[@ViolinMD]

Next see what HAIR LOSS says about your health! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHnOgn94ettoeZI

[@Growmap]

You didn't cover vertical ridges in this video?

[@marigeobrien]

Also, people (mostly women) who always wear nail polish tend to have yellowing of the nails, too. If they stop wearing nail polish, healthy nails will eventually grow out. But the lack of exposure to oxygen and light to the nails is thought to cause this discoloration. I met a lady who always wore nail polish. And, then, one day she didn't-- and her nails looked horrible. I rarely wore nail polish again, not even clear. Yuck.

[@Growmap]

@@marigeobrien I think I've worn nail polish a couple of times in my 6+ decades.

[@user-bv6lw5cg8m]

Thank you so much, so helpful! 10:37

[@sovo1212]

I have a problem with a nail in my foot, after a hit on a soccer game the nail went off, and from then it's like 2 nails grow on my finger, it looks nasty, and the top nail tends to fall off easily. That was like 20 years ago, I was treated for a fungus infection but it didn't solve the issue, I was expecting to see it here.

[@fernandaferreira878]

Every time you showed a new picture, I was staring at mine nails being like "DO I HAVE IT?!"

[@MsStina84]

I could just imagine any health care student thinking that they have what they are studying about atm.

[@mercybalones4670]

@@MsStina84 im a med student Got so paranoid beacuse of a black stuff then next day skipped class and get tested lol (Tested negative)

[@davidwilliams460]

Samee heree

[@vetgmacatmomfl2055]

I know right.

[@mikaelathompson]

I actually have the first one but it's more my toe nails and it's actually due to one of the things she said which is psoriasis(soon to be tested for a more specific form which is Psoriatic arthritis)

[@davidbate9264]

This is the HAPPIEST person I have ever seen talking about nails.... oh goody !

[@SpaceCadet4Jesus]

You should see her when she talks about serious diseases. Everyone's rejoicing. 😅

[@corkycobon1481]

As a skin cancer survivor, I was instructed by my Derm to keep close eye on my nails as something could be brewing and could catastrophic if not caught early. Her exact words were "If in doubt, get it check out." I still keep close eye in my nails due to this. BTW, 10+ years cancer free!!

[@feliciar.8838]

What about vertical ridges in nails?

[@corkycobon1481]

@@feliciar.8838 vertical ridges in nails can be a sign of skin cancer under the nail. How Bob Marley died. He had ridges in his toe nails. Died from Malignant Melanoma.

[@SandraBonney]

@@corkycobon1481 nope, he had the black line in his nails - melanoma

[@corkycobon1481]

@@SandraBonney thank you got the info.

[@cindysellers8321]

I'm so glad that you're doing better. I will keep you in my prayers. Start taking prenatal vitamins and see if that helps your nails and it would probably be good for you.

[@sherryh7485]

When I worked in a nursing home in my youth, I watched an old doctor examining the nails and fingers of his patients, then write out scripts. I asked the RN how could he know what was wrong with anyone by looking at their fingernails. She informed me that the state of the fingernails could provide insight about the health of an individual.

[@jeaninemartin]

You’re wonderful on all levels: personality, knowledge, teaching ability, and eagerness to help patients. You’re the doctor we all want. Good luck ♥️

[@dorothykelly8924]

I agree what a clever girl

[@TheNathanChronicles]

“5th year medical resident specializing in rheumatology” SO PROUD OF YOU!

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Nathan - have to get used to that one!!

[@anujadeore8388]

@@ViolinMD I think everyone is at that point right now. I'm still getting used to calling myself a 4th year medical student :D

[@tinytiefling]

I screamed a bit 😍😍

[@vanessaderenzio8541]

Been here since the beginning! So happy for you ☺️

[@agirly1503]

Yes!

[@n.y.gemini4432]

Yaaaayyyyy 5th year!!!! 🥳🥳🥳 Who else has been here since she was 1st year?

[@zkatt1959]

Wow cant believe it's been 5 yrs already

[@FjIrwin]

Me. Time flies when you have fun. :)

[@shaunaodriscoll2510]

Me

[@madelyngale4574]

Me

[@KitterF]

Not me I just came here ;-;

[@tiniwini2749]

Hearing you say "a 5th year medical resident specializing in rheumatology" motivates me in med school ❤️ Proud of you! Hoping to be in the same shoes as you are in right now soon.. 🥰

[@epicXtrollface]

Yess!! Of all the subjects to study, I think the medical branch is both the most difficult and most fulfilling one out there. Good luck! You've already come this far! :)

[@faukerconsulting835]

I would love to be a patient of hers once she completes her residency in RA...as one who has no known family medical history, attacking and moderating through the treatments basically as a guinea pig all my life (50+ years)

[@andiestwo5]

I'm disappointed that you didn't mention "vertical" lines in the nails. Maybe you could include that in a future video. Thanks for all the good information ❤

[@nutcracker2916]

Same here. MCL on You Tube . Has a feature on it.

[@elizabethk3238]

She did touch on it...

[@hazy9785]

​​@@Anonomyous-4132ts And yellowish greyish color with hashimotos.

[@kimberlyvuong6396]

@ andiestwo5 stop being disappointed

[@iuliannastasa6592]

Yes, I was also expecting info on vertical lines.

[@conniepleasantnails]

As a manicurist I’ve seen lots of mail pitting some it damage from artificial nails, some psoriasis & some arthritis. I always suggest clients to see a Dermatologist as soon as I see something strange like really dark marks that’s doesn’t seem to be pigment related or club shaped nails.

[@le_th_]

So wonderful to see someone so intellectually curious and passionate about the profession they're pursuing! I wish you a lifetime of this passion for medicine~

[@maedorasmith33]

Since the early nineteen-hundreds the government in America has known how to cure 80% of all pathogen diseases they buried this information for the sake of money in their pockets here's my proof. m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIfIlYqvbqaqqKM&noapp=1

[@le_th_]

@@maedorasmith33 LOL omg Does this really work for you? Try that on someone WITHOUT the knowledge and ability to do academic research.

[@tressahendrix0231]

I love how enthusiastic she is about everything.

[@jerrycurl637]

It's creepy and comes off as insincere....

[@KennyMaximum]

@@jerrycurl637 Better than her making you panic about it.

[@Patrk38]

@Turbo Titus no, hes not. She is creepy.

[@phylvalen9991]

@@jerrycurl637 she's young, probably her first video...just enthusiastic and makes her appear a little manic.. made me a little seasick with all that head bobbing. Using stocks, many news anchors move their heads do as not to appear to be 'reading.' Also some lecturers imagine they're speaking to kids. She'll learn

[@maruf7956]

she's enthusiastic of cancer too 😄😐

[@cinnamoncat2731]

I actually learned about these conditions in Cosmetology school when we were doing mani/pedi’s. Such a great refresher actually. Thanks for this video!

[@mothermayhem1566]

I could never remember any of it in school but as I sit and watch this i remember it all lol

[@GovilGirl]

I have verticle ridges that split and catch on everything even with short nails. I was desperate for sonethibg better than vandaides and went looking for one fake nail but discovered SILK PATCHES at a nail salon. They work like a splint and sre just magic for an issue there is not a medical treatment for besides maybe try more vitamins? I wish more people knew that SILK PATCHES are a "splint for broken nails" bc they help so much!

[@denisebanto3185]

Yes! As a Cosmetologist for 40 years, I have seen many of these and sent clients to a Dr for investigation. This is something very important and wide spread knowledge about how to monitor and care for oneself is essential! Maybe you could explain the amazing results of hair analysis!

[@StarrlaRo]

It is good for you to learn those things so you can better help your clients.

[@virginiaedmonson4771]

Excellent video. Not only did you explain the different diseases and conditions in few words but you kept things interesting without overtalking and boring me to tears. You went directly to the point...thank you!!!

[@nancyjohnson50]

I started following you when my daughter was in medical school. She is now a second year resident. You made me feel closer to her by sharing your experiences. It has been lovely seeing you go from a 1st year to a 5th year Resident. Congratulations! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@davidp2888]

"Fifth year medical resident specializing in rheumatology." I had to read that twice. You're doing great, Doctor!

[@lindsey3975]

It feels like yesterday when I heard you say “I’m a first year medical resident” ❤️

[@sam-feet.paws.hooves]

Same!

[@Polopony20.]

Horses get beau lines too! Usually after an abscess or injury to the foot. Sometimes you won't even notice an abscess (horses hide injuries well sometimes, and it may not make them limp) but a few months later there will be a ridge on their hoof!

[@Schlgrl_]

I love your enthusiasm. Every time I go to my doctor for nail problems they just give me the “idk there’s not really a cure for that” 😭 so frustrating for such a minor but consistent issue

[@susanwilliams4953]

Very sad, I remember when a physical including checking your eyes, ears, mouth, nails etc.. I learn about my health from You Tube doctors, Bright Side & Bestie.

[@gritsngranola]

I just KNEW you were Canadian by the way you pronounced "about" LOVE IT!!

[@NightOwlGramma]

For the record, no one actually says aboot here 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@tipsynailsbymichelle]

Thank you for this. As a Nail Tech we all need to also be on the look out for this in our clients.

[@carolschlick2211]

You are amazing! I’m 50, divorced, just lost my Mom in April and I was torn upon high school education between med school and culinary arts. I also played oboe all through school and was considering teaching music. Well, I’m a chef and I would LOVE to return to school for medicine. God Bless, stay well, and please keep posting! Carol

[@cetus1616]

Your Enthusiasm is a breath of fresh air. Thank you for who you are. Don't let the bastards grind you down. You are amazing.

[@revandenburg]

I went through breast cancer treatment recently and every time I would have chemotherapy, a dent would appear across my nail. I'd only noticed after I'd had a few treatments and my nails had several dents at that point. After completion of chemotherapy my nails had done something I'd never seen before created a distinct line across my nail and over the next several weeks several nails that had the line LIFTED (and In the middle of the nailbed). They're looking much better today.

[@tammysavoie3787]

I was sent for further testing when I had nail pitting and a post surgical meniscus repair that wouldn't heal. I was then diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. So it was a very observant orthopedic doctor that noticed it. It turns out it was already very advanced but I now knew why I had so much pain all the time and changed my primary doctor because I had been complaining of constant pain for years and I felt as if he didn't take it seriously. He did very little testing and just told me it was caused by old sports injuries.

[@danni1993]

A top golfer, Phil Mickelson, has Psoriatic Arthritis. It's an autoimmune disease.

[@keilinfyy07]

oh my goodness it's been 5 years I was only 12 when I started watching you and I learned so much congratulations we're all so proud!!!

[@ViolinMD]

oh wow! So amazing to have you on this journey with me, thanks Ivonne!

[@keilinfyy07]

@@ViolinMD No problem,Can't wait to keep watching all these amazing adventures you have coming!

[@arunadevi3213]

I learned that I have a mole on my nail , I thought it was cancer but because I learned from you it really helped me not freak out !!!

[@shs_author]

Now this is someone that is living her purpose, it’s written all over your face that you enjoy being a doctor. God bless you

[@sheilapenn9834]

I'm a registered nurse in a Geriatric Setting. This is useful information & I thank you for the video.

[@daliadeak1015]

I loved this style of video. As a medical student, I found this very helpful. Please make more of these videos about the signs you find & what they’re related to! You make it fun & easy to remember :)

[@elizabeththill5684]

I am not a medical student. I like to arm myself with knowledge. Thank you for all the information in a format that is easy to understand. Please post more.

[@steve1711]

Hi - can't believe I've been following you for 3 years now. Think you will have 1 Million subs soon.

[@ViolinMD]

Great to have you along for the journey Steve!

[@curlybibliophagist2]

Oh wow! I didn't realize how many subs she has now. Congratulations!

[@TracyAFDKL]

I've been watching you for so many years!! My son just saw a rheumatologist last week after seeing numerous doctors for joint issues. He's been diagnosed with Post Streptococcal Reactive arthritis. He'll be taking antibiotics for the next 2 years to treat it. It's from watching your more recent videos in the medical practice that made me decide to insist on a rheumatology referral. I'm so glad I did. He's only 11, so hopefully this will be resolved and not cause him long term problems.

[@dheyes803]

This is my first time viewing your channel. You are great at explaining medical conditions with scaring someone to death. Very informative yet not intimidating. Hope your medical journey continues on the path that you are taking. All of your studies and sleepless nights will be well rewarded.

[@daisychain914]

Did you mean without scaring someone to death?

[@surv2239]

As a CNA and MAT I am thankful for these educational sites and the quality is astounding, I keep up to date with continual education.

[@deans6129]

That was a very enjoyable video…we see our nails everyday but I think we rarely see our nails because we see them every day. Thank you very much.

[@brittanyneiswinger3561]

"5th year medical resident specializing in Rheumatology" way to go!!! That's awesome. We need more doctors like you. Someone who enjoys helping people and loving what you do. ♥️

[@ceeq3997]

i had no idea a discussion of nails could be so transfixing!!! you continue to amaze us 🥰

[@Kelleypen]

My mother died from Yellow Nail Syndrome. She was one of 11 people in the US at the time who had the disease. She donated her body to science, thinking she would help them find a cure for the disease, or at least learn to understand it better, but they just used her as a cadaver to train premed students for a week, then cremated her and sent her for us to inter her remains. I heard all the words in your description--lymphedema, plural effusions, . . . yeah, that was mom's last decade of life. What was truly sad is that none of the local doctors believed her. They would try to treat her for COPD, and didn't believe YNS was a real thing. The MDs at Loma LInda believed her. That's where she was diagnosed. But she lived several hours drive from Loma Linda so she had to see the local MDs in emergencies. She told me her YNS was probably from a genetic defect, according to Loma LInda, and that it was a blessing that she adopted me and my brother rather than pass the gene along. Mom died in 2009.

[@juliafleming8039]

Sorry for your loss and thank you for sharing about your mom ❤️

[@shashijain5084]

What a blessing it would be to get a doc like her 🙏

[@kirstenpoirier2752]

My mom has yellow nails that she’s never got checked out! Getting her to see a doctor now!

[@Tinyfurball]

Maybe instead of pills, try Herbal Medicine. The Doctors are trash.

[@kathycorner8727]

@@Tinyfurball herbal medicine is still medicine

[@ssansu]

@@Tinyfurball "herbal medicine" is not medicine. It's quackery.

[@Tinyfurball]

@@ssansu Actually, Herbal Medicine is, and it is all organic and real. The only one that actually Cures, you fool. 😂

[@sarapruisner3083]

Terrific! Thank you!!!

[@swathishetty1]

It's been 5th year, time flew away so fast, i started watching your video's since your 1st day being a doc, proud of you 💜💜

[@billjohnson69]

I didn’t know you and your husband caught Covid, so sorry to hear this but glad you are ok.

[@AR-mu4zq]

Of course she is.

[@devynryan1341]

Your genuine interest in this topic is infectious :)

[@jessie7288]

I love how excited she is …. I wish I was that excited about anything!

[@rocketman1773]

This young lady is going to make one helluva certified doctor!!! 😊

[@MsStina84]

By July 1st it'll happen (or actually a few days before that I think, since that is the beginning of the new school year)

[@JanetteBuhler]

I was waiting to hear about vertical ridges in the nails and what that means

[@diannebracero7286]

Vertical ridges can also be a sign of psoriatic arthritis. Or stress

[@Dfender67]

I’ve had them my entire life and was hoping she would mention it. I don’t think it’s anything dangerous but figured it was lack of something. My Mother had them too. Maybe it’s hereditary,

[@sorylstangent]

Me too

[@Crazyunicornsdollworld]

Was also waiting for that. I have read some articles it can related to thyroid conditions and autoimmunity, like Hashimoto's

[@snack508]

Yes, I have them too. They developed in my late 30's. My dad had them in later life. My thumb has one that can develop into a split that can travel down into the quick of the nailbed. So painful and s l o w to grow out. We really need to find out what this is an indicator of. Doc???

[@lkfakjhqw3u4ijrt]

Im not evening medical related person, but i like how u explain things and get to know things...

[@Chandransingham]

I had colon cancer treatment and 6 months of chemo 16 years ago. All my nails hand and toe became black and slowly regained normal colour and form except one toe nail still remaining black and curved. Worrying and so I will see my GP soon. Thanks your useful talk/mini lecture. God bless.

[@shirleychang2071]

You’re pretty good for a 5th year Medical Student. I’m glad you’re knowledgeable in nails diagnosis! Proud of you! Most Drs don’t even have a clue! I wouldn’t mind having you for my Dr!

[@DianeField]

It’s so cool that we have these “10 windows on our health”… aren’t bodies simply incredible?

[@joicelee9370]

Love the energy and the genuine curiosity that u show! So grateful that we get to follow your journey on KZbin!

[@Liz_678]

Agree!

[@asrp]

You talk with so much enthusiasm, it's so refreshing and captivating :D I'm doing a scientific article about patients with cutaneous melanoma in the hospital near me and now I feel like melanoma is chasing me XD I see it everywhere

[@terrilsawyer]

I totally found this so informative. The presentation held my interest to the end. Very professional with a touch of realism. You have an upbeat personality while making your point!!!

[@patriciamiller1916]

Loved this…retired RN and always wanted to know nail issues and what it indicates..thank you..bring us more!

[@lovefromlila]

I was really hoping to hear about the vertical lines/ridges on the nails, I'd heard it was related to anaemia or some other vitamin deficiency but was curious about the real reason! 😊

[@mee-mee1924]

Me too

[@cindysellers8321]

I just wrote a message here about mine because I have that problem too. It started in my 40s and my doctor told me that it was because of my age, as in old age. She was older than me and I didn't realize that 40 was old. I'm 56 now and I have several splits on every nail. They are splitting into all the way down the line and that's from the tip of my nails to the very bottom. It is so bad that I have to keep them cut as short as I can get them and it's getting to the point that I'm going to have to start wearing bandaids over my fingernails. I wish that I knew what was causing it too. If anyone finds out, please let us know.

[@cynthiakeller5954]

That's why I came here too. Mine are starting to flatten up and down through the ridges too,

[@ellpotgieter2607]

Vertical lines not addressed!!!

[@bythebayou5351]

@@cindysellers8321 B12 & or iron deficiency

[@storywritersings]

“5th year medical resident” it feels like just yesterday I found your videos and you were a first year resident 😭

[@lilyliciousss]

I was thinking that too!!

[@sunshinelavender5889]

As a rheumatology patient, I am so excited to have been along for your journey in medicine☺️

[@camira3463]

Thanks. Driving with patients all day long and being aware of this is nice, because I sit and watch them while talking and could notice sickness that doctors haven't noticed

[@theresaakins9842]

I have vertical lines across my whole nail beds. The lines grow with the growth of my nails. I can actually feel the ridges in my nails. Plus my nails have always been soft and would bend down with no problem at all. Thank you, Theresa Akins

[@traceg2903]

My nails are like this as well, not all but about half. I too can feel the ridges across the whole mail bed grown vertically with the nail...She didn't mention this one.

[@chasblay4280]

My thumbs have these ridges going down the length of the nail ,I have been told it's a vitamin deficiency ,what type I'm not aware of though ,finger nails all good though .

[@JJ-jl1ge]

Yes, same with my nails-all are soft and all covered with vertical ridges.

[@242-y3s]

Have you soft nail folks had your thyroid checked? DISCLAIMER: i am not an MD, just a thyroid patient with hard nails for the first time in my life.

[@Lara-jp4xk]

I think this symptom is associated with thyroid problems, specifically hypothyroidism due to Hashimoto's.

[@Itsmebuddy98]

This video was so helpful! We often get told in our OSCEs to comment on nail changes and we all just reel off whatever we can think of, but it's so nice to have a proper understanding of what we're looking at! So thank you! Definitely going to pass this video onto our year group :)

[@velociraptorfeathers]

Congrats on making it to PGY5! I would love to see a video that talks about autoimmune inflammatory diseases like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, etc. and the links between the immune response, inflammation, and cancer. I find it both fascinating (and kind of disturbing) how our immune systems go and prevent potential cancers every day, but the same immune system if it is over-active and causing chronic inflammation can cause cancer.

[@marilynsmart4095]

Great idea!

[@deannabatte1504]

I loved this information!! I am very curious about why my nails split vertically. Hope you’ll cover this on your next video.

[@susanford2388]

Ma'am you are a breath of fresh medical air. I love your enthusiasm

[@diannebrekke7297]

This is the best explanation of fingernail abnormalities I have seen. Thank you. Please more.

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Dianne! I’m working on one for hair abnormalities… stay tuned! 😊

[@kpdolly]

Been wondering what the black lines on my nails were for years. Very informative, thank you.

[@Chelsie-qy6gj]

I have the same but on medications😢 So is this cancer? Cancer of the nail or where? I'm still confused 😢

[@andriamsimpsonrussell]

What would cause vertical indentations or ridges in nails? They're nearly imperceptible but you can feel them and/or see them at the correct angle, looking across the nail in fairly bright light.

[@tgreengbc]

Yes I want to know also

[@denisegaylord382]

I started taking a Vit D3/K2 supplement that has zinc, B6, and magnesium in it. No more ridges.

[@theresasestina601]

Thank you so much for this explanation! as a hairdresser, I am frequently asked about different nail conditions. I was educated in superficial cosmetic conditions such as white spots and ridges. As always, I simply refer the client to a physician for answers, but it's nice to know in my profession these are important health signs that should not be covered up. Thank you!

[@pjrobben7613]

When I was younger, the first thing he did was look at my nails, today it is never mentioned why not, obviously today's doctors are not confident enough to diagnose without the web, let's get back to people knowing their job properly.

[@cynthiakeller5954]

What have you learned about the nail ridges? I have them and she did not address it.

[@user-kl8lo6rj5i]

From what I have read, vertical ridges are usually not clinically significant. They were trying to say not really abnormal. Somewhere else said you need to eat more shellfish. So....?@@cynthiakeller5954

[@Bri4nG]

I'm a nail tech and we use Shellac in our salon. I will be showing this video to my boss and coworkers to help our clients in a bit of education and tell them to go see their doctors. Thank you for this informative video.

[@lesegoyv]

I love doctors that gives disclaimers unlike these other I know it all folks. You delivered so well Dr. thank you

[@btlgr2901]

Sooo, now we all check our nails very closely😅🙋🏼‍♀️ Very informative Siobhan👍🏻👏🏻

[@photosforlife3828]

Your doing amazing and 5th year WOW proud of you

[@adoredina339]

I am so excited for you and the rest of your journey

[@ViolinMD]

Thanks Megan, me too!

[@bananarepublicchannel7924]

Thanks for the wonderful vlog... I thought of visiting my Doctor about my nail white spot...I little bit scared about what I see, but now I have that information...I can sleep so well...God Bless and thanks!

[@charlottechagnon9896]

What a great teacher you are! You will make a wonderful clinician! Thank you for passing on your knowledge!

[@cypheri1339]

I have nails with a distinctly darker area near the distal end of the nail, similar to the "half and half" nails you've showed here, but I've never had any history of kidney disease and they've been like that as long as I can remember. I've also had beau lines before in two of my toenails, but they were caused by an injury and eventually grew out.

[@margiewhaley4710]

I loved this video. I am a RN who retired after 35 years on the job. I get a lot of questions from people about “what is this” or “I have pain right here. What does it mean?” Keep doing videos, please! I will refer them to watch your videos if you have one that answers their questions 😂🤪

[@jillr759]

You have me beat by 5 years! My fibromyalgia got a hold of me and I couldn’t take it another day!

[@elena2125]

It's nice to see a doctor paying attention to details as opposed to an md quickly diagnosing and give you a med that you soon find out it doesn't work to give you something else that doesn't work either. But won't do testing to give you proper diagnosis.

[@lynnschaeferle-zh4go]

Pretty cool. I assume she’s going to practice AND she has great verbal skills. Teaching doctors are very special and thanks to the internet she can do both.

[@jrpxyct]

3:26 I already watched this video before and came back here because of my nails. I had COVID-19 late Jan 2023 and I now have Beau Lines! Not on all my fingernails, but most of them!

[@irvwest1]

While I enjoy following you on your rounds, this is so much more informative.

[@Briael]

Thank you for making these videos. I think many of us tend to ignore what we think are superficial issues (especially in this covid pandemic) so it's very helpful to know what to look for and how quickly any of the issues need addressing. I love your presentation style and your "chirpy" upbeat tone. :)

[@nikitoth1856]

Thank you for this video ❤️ Wow, this was really interesting for me, I was originally a Nail Technician and I learnt about 60% of these during my course then, now I work in pharmacy and I'm probably the most knowledgeable in the whole team in anything relating to nails. Now I learnt even more and I can give even better advice, at least on where to refer the patient. 😊

[@junekemp5646]

I wish I could find a doctor as knowledgeable and enthusiastic as you m

[@dalebrock8462]

Clear concise and no repetition all videos should be made this way

[@fuzzyninja6496]

I still remember when the intro was with “2nd year medical resident of rheumatology” I can’t believe we are on year 5 already. Times flies.

[@MsStina84]

Her second year of rheumatology is now

[@charlotteyan510]

A big cause of nail deformity such as ingrown, pitting, spoon, is mercury and/or lead toxicity. I’m a foot care nurse so I work with nails all day every day. I always ask about their dental history . 95% people with nail problems got amalgam or had amalgam but those teeth fell off. The other 5 % got own teeth without amalgam, they must got it from their mother….usually their mother got lots of Heath problems and likely got amalgam. Mercury pass from pregnant mother to baby via umbilical cord, not sure by breast milk or not.

[@mettethomsen2965]

I breathed a sign of relief when she said "born with clubbing/hereditary - then it is normal"😅 I have a toenail on my right foot that is clubbed. Only the one though 🤷‍♀️

[@crazycrafts3414]

me too! mine is on my right second toe (the one next to the big toe)

[@TanyaJP123]

You do such a great job in describing different health issues! Very interesting! Thank you!

[@janellemedveckyulickey]

I love how you share with enthusiasm, I as a hospice LPN had your personality when I was younger, well I still do but I'm on disability. Thyroid, autoimmune... I do mind over matter and I have responsibilities and daily purpose to have the pleasure of sharing life with everyone here. It works most of the time, weather changes are kind of hard. Blessings be many to everyone. TY and Have a Blessed Holiday Season.

[@snuffelbuf]

Love this type of video. You explain it so well and I think everyone should know this information and they can get it checked out sooner then later when its too late. My nails went weird after getting chemo and radiation for colen cancer. I had an operation 3 years ago and thankfully so far I am cancer free. 2 weeks ago my nails finally looked beautiful. I was thrilled. No thickning of the nais, no lines in the nail. They were stronger and not breaking which was brilliant. This morning I looked at my nails and the lines are starting to come back. I just got my CEA results back today 4,9 which cheered me up no end because 3 months ago it had risen to 6,8 for no apparent reason (the only thing that changed was I got my covid vaccinations). Could this have been an infection that I had and thats why my nails changed or my CEA was higher then normal because of an infection? Sorry hope I explained this ok. Thanks for sharing all yr videos. Really enjoy them and I learn so much xxx

[@debramoss2267]

One that is increasingly seen is ridges going from the base of the nail to the tip, a little like corrugated iron. I have it. It is a potential sign of protein deficiency, mine started when I started a plant based diet and wasn't watching my protein intake, it is more common in those who adopt this lifestyle.

[@lynettecorn3361]

I have that, too. I also have MGUS (MONOCLONAL GAMMOPATHY of UNDETERMINED SIGNIFICANCE) which is M protein in my blood. I've had the Ridge for at least 10 years, but was only diagnosed with MGUS a couple years ago. Of course, I could have had it, &didn't know it. My nails on some hands also curl over the tip of my fingers instead of growing out straight, so I have to cut them as soon as they begin to curl or they look like claws! At one time I had considered being a hand model, but no more!

[@lynettecorn3361]

ridges, not Ridge!

[@beinglazyMD]

I loved this, it's really helpful in my internal medicine rotation, please do more 🥺 And congratulations on reaching 5th year😁 we've been with you since 3rd

[@harveycohen5949]

Spectacular information. Each time I watch one of your videos, I realize how I wrong I was to not study medicine. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

[@janicepepper4382]

Just discovered this channel and I am bingeing! I love medical mystery content! Please keep making these videos! ❤❤❤

[@terrieseverson6346]

This video was fascinating. I recently noticed that I have what you described as Beau nails. Back in July I was hospitalized for three weeks with a severe electrolyte imbalance . It played havoc on my kidneys, heart and apparently my brain ( memory problems and unsteady gait). Now I’m looking at the ridges in all but two nails. As mentioned it probably stemmed from back in July and I’m now seeing it about a quarter of the way from the nail bed. Thank goodness it’s nothing serious but having RA presents with many odd problems. Your enthusiasm for medicine is very refreshing to see. I m looking forward to seeing many more of your patient friendly videos.

[@realitywinner7582]

same here..weird nail stuff going on. mentioned was it ok to take Magnesium to doc & She say take it easy on it as it affects electrolytes ..was taking way to much reckon. God Bless -thanks.

[@sherylkornelsen1140]

This was so interesting! It reminded me of my dad's hands. On one of them, his nails are normal. On the other, they are somewhat larger and whiter (and also more sensitive). Have you ever seen this before in patients?

[@tristabella2297]

Love it! I did find myself checking my nails! :)

[@lisaBinfinity]

Excellent video. I am a seasoned RN learning foot and nail care. Great review for my exams!