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Nail ridges - horizontal

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lee87080
lee87080

Hi

I’ve noticed over the last few months that I’ve got horizontal ridges on my toenails. I used to have smooth nails but now I have vertical ridges which at 37 I put down to age. I’ve got waves of horizontal ones also which I’m concerned about. I’m trying to add a photo so people can see what I mean but I’m not sure how to post it

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  • aahmad6969
    aahmad6969 lee87080

    Posted

    I have them on my toe nail too

    Possibly nothing, just aging.

  • Jk1988
    Jk1988 lee87080

    Posted

    One reason could be dietary. If you have a low intake of protein, calcium, zinc or vitamin A, it can cause the vertical ridges. Age is also a possible factor but at 37, I dont think it will be that. My nan started getting them at about 55.
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