Onychogryphosis

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Onychogryphosis
Onychogryphosis affecting the toenails
Synonyms Ram's horn nails
Pronounce N/A
Specialty Dermatology
Symptoms Thickened, curved nails
Complications Pain, difficulty in walking
Onset Gradual
Duration Long-term
Types N/A
Causes Trauma, neglect, fungal infection, peripheral vascular disease
Risks Elderly, poor hygiene, diabetes
Diagnosis Physical examination, nail biopsy
Differential diagnosis Onychomycosis, psoriasis, eczema
Prevention Proper foot care, regular nail trimming
Treatment Nail debridement, surgery, topical treatments
Medication Antifungal agents if fungal infection is present
Prognosis Good with treatment
Frequency Common in elderly
Deaths N/A


Onychogryphosis
Ram's horn toenails on a bedridden patient

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[edit | edit source]

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

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

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[edit | edit source]

Treatment for onychogryphosis may include:

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