Onychogryphosis

Onychogryphosis (also known as "Ram's Horn Nails") is a disease that affects the nails, causing them to thicken and curve, resembling the horn of a ram. This condition can affect both the fingernails and toenails, but is more commonly seen in the toenails.

Causes

Onychogryphosis can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

• Trauma to the nail bed
• Infections, such as fungal infections
• Aging
• Poor circulation
• Genetic predisposition

Symptoms

The main symptom of onychogryphosis is the thickening and curving of the nails. Other symptoms may include:

• Pain
• Difficulty in walking (if the toenails are affected)
• Difficulty in using the hands (if the fingernails are affected)
• Inflammation of the surrounding skin

Treatment

Treatment for onychogryphosis may include:

• Regular trimming of the nails
• Podiatry care
• Antifungal medication (if a fungal infection is present)
• Surgery to remove the affected nail

See also

• Nail disease
• Onychomycosis
• Onycholysis

References

Onychogryphosis Resources
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