differences between left and right hemispheres. 1  for many functions, there are no substantial differences between the left and right hemispheres. 2  lateralization of function is statistical rather than absolute. 3  tendencies:
When the nail plate separates from the nail bed, it causes a white discoloration. This is called onycholysis. This can be due to infection, trauma, or products used on the nails. Other causes for onycholysis include psoriasis and thyroid disease. Pitting. Pitting refers to small depressions, or little pits in the nail.
Expert: Dr Bhumika replied 6 years ago. The part of the skin that people refer to as the cuticle, is not cuticle but the EPONYCHIUM. The cuticle is translucent skin that grows forward on the nail plate from between the eponychium and the nail plate. The condition of excessive peeling is called Hangnails.