This article will discuss skin peeling around the nails, its causes and diagnostic tests. We will also address some common questions related to skin peeling around the nails.
Peeling of skin around the nails can be seen in some persons and is not a serious condition. People with such conditions usually ignore it, but if the condition persists and worsens then there can be some serious reasons or underlying conditions. The condition is not so uncommon and irritating sometimes. Even though the condition is not medically so serious it makes the look of fingers ugly and exposes the inner skin to the environment. Worse skin peeling can also make it difficult for a person to eat with hands or hampers some occupational situations.
What Are the Possible Reasons for Skin Peeling Around the Fingernails?
There can be various possible reasons, which can lead to peeling around the fingernails. Here are some of the common causes of skin peeling:
Environmental Conditions:
Environmental conditions play a pivotal role in the skin conditions of an individual. Environmental conditions change during the seasons and that eventually affects the skin. Weather change in winter leads to dry skin which can bring peeling of fingertips. Excessive exposure of skin to sunlight can also lead to peeling conditions around the fingertips. Using winter creams or humidifiers can help to avoid the condition and people should avoid taking long baths in the hot water.
Eczema of the Hand:
This condition is the type of skin disease or dermatitis, that leads to dry, itchy and inflamed skin. Eczema is associated with the environment, and genes and is very common at the tips of fingers. The condition can also occur due to exposure to the chemicals present in detergents, soaps, pet fur, dust etc.
Imbalance of Vitamins:
Vitamin imbalance is considered one of the reasons for the condition of skin peeling around the nails of the fingertips. If the person has having deficiency or excess of vitamins, both situations lead to the condition of skin peeling. Deficiency of vitamin B-3 (Niacin) and Vitamin B7 (Biotin) can contribute to the peeling of skin conditions around the nails. Whereas an excess of Vitamin A can lead to the irritation of the skin and peeling of the skin around the nails.
Finger-sucking
Finger-sucking is a common habit in infants, children and some adults. This leads to the condition of skin peeling around the nails as saliva dehydrates the skin and makes it dry. Adults used to chew and suck their fingertips in the conditions of stress and anxiety.
Allergic Reactions
There are various allergic reactions, which can lead to skin peeling when a hand or fingertips come in contact with the chemicals. Certain skin types don’t suit with chemicals or jewellaries and wearing the same can lead to itching or allergic conditions. This leads to the skin peeling around the nails and contact parts of the skin. Excessive use of latex can also lead the condition of skin peeling.
Other Causes of Skin Peeling Include:
- Using Chemical Products
- Psoriasis
- Frequently Washing Hands
- Exfoliative Keratolysis
- Kawasaki Disease
Which Tests Are Used to Detect Skin Peeling Around Nails?
There are various types of tests used to diagnose Skin peeling around nails. These tests include:
- Blood tests (Book Now)
- Allergic Tests (Book Now)
- Skin Biopsy (Book Now)
- Physical Examinations (Book Now)
Conclusion
Peeling of skin around the nails can be seen in some persons and is not a serious condition. People with such conditions usually ignore it, but if the condition persists and worsens then there can be some serious reasons or underlying conditions. There are various reasons for skin peeling like allergy, environment, eczema, vitamin imbalance etc. There are various tests used for the diagnosis of the condition like skin allergic tests, blood tests, biopsy tests etc.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Skin peeling around nails?
Skin peeling around nails is a condition that occurs when there is an imbalance of vitamins, allergies or other conditions.
What are the Causes of the Skin peeling around nails?
Various causes related to Skin peeling around nails include allergies, environment, vitamin imbalance, finger sucking etc.
Which tests are used for Skin peeling around nails Diagnosis?
Various types of tests are used to diagnose Skin peeling around nails including allergic tests, blood tests, skin biopsy etc.
What is the ICD-10 code for Skin peeling around nails Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified Skin peeling around nails is L60.9.
How can Patients download Skin peeling around nails Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the Skin peeling around nails test report online.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi for the Skin peeling around nail Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres for Skin peeling around nail tests are in Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri, and Yamuna Vihar.
