COVID Nails – And Other 7 Strange Fingernail Symptoms
By
M. C.
November 19, 2021
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White Spots
Scattered white spots are a sign of zinc deficiency. They can otherwise be caused by an allergic reaction, a fungal infection, or an injury to your nail.
No Half-Moons
You’ve probably noticed by now that your fingers have little rounded white curves at the base of your fingernails. Those are called fingernail moons, and it’s based on the Latin word lunula (which means “little moons”).
Most of the time, if you don’t see them, they’re probably hiding under the skin. Rarely, they can also be a sign of depression, anemia, or malnutrition.
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