What vitamin deficiency causes vertical lines in fingernails?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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Our nails naturally develop slight vertical ridges as we age. However, severe and raised ridges can be a sign of iron deficiency anemia. Nutritional deficiencies, such as a lack of vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin B12 or keratin can result in fingernail ridges. Hormonal changes can also cause ridges to appear.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried because my armpits have been burning a lot lately, and I've tried using Aloe vera gel, but now there's a ton of itching. I was considering laser treatment to help with these awful dark spots on my skin, but I'm not sure if it's a good idea. What do you think I should do?

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I've been dealing with this fungal issue for the last month and I've tried different medicines but nothing seems to be working. What else should I do?

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