3.2 RESEARCH DESIGN Burns and Grove (2003:195) define a research design as âa blueprint for conducting a study with maximum control over factors that may interfere with the validity of the findingsâ.
MotherNature.com states that weak nails can mean there are problems elsewhere in the body. Psoriasis, a condition of the skin that can lead to itching, can cause weak nails. Hyperthyrodism, which is an overactive thyroid gland, can also cause weakness. Anemia may also contribute to weak nails. In addition, it can signal a calcium deficiency.
Causes of white dry skin around toenails or fingernails include: Winter period (harsh weather) Dry weather conditions make the atmosphere to have low humidity in air may cause skin dryness, cracking, peeling and other symptoms including around your toe and fingernails. Yeast infection They may develop fungus growth that may also cause dryness This is typically characterized by yellow discoloration of the affected finger or toenails.