White Spots on Nails (Leukonychia): Causes and Myths
White spots and white lines, we’ve all been there, unfortunately. They magically appear on our nails every now and then and we never know why. We just let them be and before you know it, they are gone (well, most of the time). White spots on our nails are common and usually not too serious. The spots and lines happen mostly because of some type of an injury on our nails, or sometimes a whole bunch of injuries (traumas) need to happen before the spot line appears.
What Causes White Spots on Nails?
If you find your spots to be all over the place and you would like to change something about them, you should just go to a regular doctor’s check-up. They will, most likely, tell you that you have Leukonychia, which is a condition that causes the spots to appear. But don’t be scared about it, since it is not dangerous. It is actually very common with men and women and happens to your toenails or fingernails. You could be having the smallest dot on the nails or a whole spectrum across the nails. Either way, you spot the spot, don’t be worried about it, it is harmless and you’ll be fine.
#1: Leukonychia
The most common cause of Leukonychia is an injury to your nails or your nail bed. If you just damage your nail or your finger white spots could occur. Also, sometimes, getting often pedicures and manicures may damage your nail beds. So better be careful when you are getting them, and you better have a professional who is on it.
#2: Other Reasons
A few possible other reasons why you may be facing this problem:
- You may have an allergic reaction to something.
- You are dealing with a nasty fungal infection.
- You have injured your nail on something.
- You are lacking in the mineral department.