Ridging (nail, longitudinal)
This may often be mistaken for a fungal infection.
Causes of longitudinal ridging include:
- alopecia areata,
- lichen planus,
- rheumatoid arthritis
- and peripheral circulatory disorders
Reference:
- Williams I, Ankrett V (1996). Nail disorders. Update, 546-51.
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