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Nail changes and disorders among the elderly.

Gurcharan Singh1, Nayeem Sadath Haneef, A Uday

  • 1Department of Dermatology and STD, Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Tamaka, Kolar, India. gurcharan@vsnl.com

Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
|January 6, 2006
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Nail disorders are common in older adults due to aging changes and health conditions. Early recognition of geriatric nail issues aids in better management and treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Dermatology
  • Geriatrics
  • Nail Medicine

Background:

  • Nail disorders are prevalent in the geriatric population.
  • Aging affects nail unit growth, appearance, and structure.
  • Senile nails are prone to infections, biomechanical issues, and diseases.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review age-associated nail changes.
  • To list common nail disorders in the elderly.
  • To emphasize the importance of recognizing and managing these conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of age-related nail changes.
  • Compilation of common geriatric nail pathologies.
  • Discussion of clinical presentation and management strategies.

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Main Results:

  • Aging alters nail growth rate, color, contour, surface, thickness, and histology.
  • Common age-associated nail disorders include brittle nails, infections, onychauxis, and malignancies.
  • Specific conditions like trachyonychia, onychogryphosis, and subungual exostosis are noted.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding geriatric nail changes is crucial for effective clinical assessment.
  • Prompt diagnosis and management of nail disorders improve patient outcomes.
  • Awareness of these conditions enables better care for the growing elderly population.