How do you get rid of pincer toenails? - Simply about joints
Can pincer nails be corrected?
Are pincer nails hereditary?
Are pincer nails bad?
How do I stop my toenails from curving?
Pincer nail may be inherited or acquired. Acquired cases may be caused by osteoarthritis, ill-fitting shoes, subungual tumors, psoriasis, onychomycosis, arteriovenous fistula of the forearm, Kawasaki disease, beta blockers, and paraneoplastic sign. Poorly fitting shoes is the most commonly cited cause.
Pincer nail is a common condition characterized by excessive transverse nail curvature, progressively pinching the nail bed distally, resulting in cosmetic discomfort, pain and functional limitation. Treatment is difficult and often unsatisfactory.