if done compulsively or to cause pain. Or it can be a symptom of a bigger anxiety problem - I guess it depends on what the spirit behind it is... if you're doing it out of bordom then it's prolly just a habit, if you do when your nervous it could be compulsive or anxiety, if you do it to cause pain it's a form of self injuryCan nail biting be a disorder?
Not officially, no it isn't. But a doctor might consider it a part of OCD, an Impulse-Control Disorder, Stereotypic Movement Disorder, or some other mental illness depending on the person and how severe it is.
That's kind of funny, though, because there is an actual diagnosis called Trichotillomania; which is compulsive hair plucking, but nail biting doesn't have it's own category.Can nail biting be a disorder?
i dont think so but its really disgusting
I guess it depends on the extent of your nail biting.
At least its not as unhygenic as chewing the skin of your feet which I have seen my friends do
Pls refer to link below and its references
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nail_biting
i dont thinks so it is just a way to relieve some stress
No,just a nervous habit,a tick..ext.
I bit my nails because I had horrible anxiety. Once I got on medication, I stopped biting my nails.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Is nail biting a disorder?
i bite my nails a lot, and i was reading something on wikipedia, and i just wanted to know if it was a disorder or not.Is nail biting a disorder?
It is not. Biting your nails is simply a habit that most people consider gross. Theres nothing that makes it a disorder in any way. Your brain is simply trained to do it, just like swinging your arms like running. If you try hard enough, you don't do it.
It is not. Biting your nails is simply a habit that most people consider gross. Theres nothing that makes it a disorder in any way. Your brain is simply trained to do it, just like swinging your arms like running. If you try hard enough, you don't do it.
What is that anxiety disorder when you bite your finger nail?
i'm not understanding the question fully ... everyone has stress some people can deal with that stress more efficently than others. The people who can't deal with that stress tend to show signs in their actions and bodily responses that the stress is overwhelming. So someone who bites their nails isn't necessarily suffering from GAD but it's likely that someone who has ulcers, bites their nails, twists their hair and taps their foot is someone who is suffereing from anxiety disorder. If my explanation did not help here is wikipedia's ....
nxiety disorder is a blanket term covering several different forms of abnormal, pathological anxiety, fears, phobias and nervous conditions that may come on suddenly or gradually over a period of several years, and may impair or prevent the pursuing of normal daily routines.
Anxiety and fear are ubiquitous emotions. The terms anxiety and fear have specific scientific meanings, but common usage has made them interchangeable. For example, a phobia is a kind of anxiety that is also defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition (DSM-IV-TR) as a ';persistent or irrational fear.'; Fear is defined as an emotional and physiological response to a recognized external threat (eg, a runaway car or an impending crash in an airplane). Anxiety is an unpleasant emotional state, the sources of which are less readily identified. It is frequently accompanied by physiological symptoms that may lead to fatigue or even exhaustion. Because fear of recognized threats causes similar unpleasant mental and physical changes, patients use the terms fear and anxiety interchangeably. Thus, there is little need to strive to differentiate anxiety from fear. However, distinguishing among different anxiety disorders is important, since accurate diagnosis is more likely to result in effective treatment and a better prognosis.What is that anxiety disorder when you bite your finger nail?
It may start as stress and them it becomes a habitgreat wear
nxiety disorder is a blanket term covering several different forms of abnormal, pathological anxiety, fears, phobias and nervous conditions that may come on suddenly or gradually over a period of several years, and may impair or prevent the pursuing of normal daily routines.
Anxiety and fear are ubiquitous emotions. The terms anxiety and fear have specific scientific meanings, but common usage has made them interchangeable. For example, a phobia is a kind of anxiety that is also defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th edition (DSM-IV-TR) as a ';persistent or irrational fear.'; Fear is defined as an emotional and physiological response to a recognized external threat (eg, a runaway car or an impending crash in an airplane). Anxiety is an unpleasant emotional state, the sources of which are less readily identified. It is frequently accompanied by physiological symptoms that may lead to fatigue or even exhaustion. Because fear of recognized threats causes similar unpleasant mental and physical changes, patients use the terms fear and anxiety interchangeably. Thus, there is little need to strive to differentiate anxiety from fear. However, distinguishing among different anxiety disorders is important, since accurate diagnosis is more likely to result in effective treatment and a better prognosis.What is that anxiety disorder when you bite your finger nail?
It may start as stress and them it becomes a habit
Nail disorder?
To one of the question for curing nail infections i found an answer .
Like fungus on the nails?I hear you can use vicksave on the infected nails like 2-3 times a day.
Can anybody tell me what is VICKSAVE.Nail disorder?
i tried to research on that vicksave and cant find anything...please read this article for info....
Leukonychia - Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Leukonychia is the white spotting seen in nails, streaking, or discoloration of the fingernails, which is mainly caused due to a result from arsenic poisoning, injury, heart disease, renal failure, pneumonia, ill health or hypoalbuminemia.
Several nail disorders are there which come from hereditary or it may be acquired. Leuconychia is one of them. Leukonychia may be total, partial, striate or punctate. Leukonychia totalis is a very rare case. Hereditary or congenital leukonychia, is present since birth, with positive family history and has autosomal dominant inheritance. Acquired leukonychia totalis appears in early childhood.
Causes of Leuconychia
Some other causes of leukonychia except from those said above may be:
* Leprosy.
* Exposure to extreme cold.
* Hepatic Cirrhosis.
* Ulcerative Colitis.
* Onychophagia.
* Psychogenic Stresses.
* Anemia.
* Hypoproteinemia.
* Occupational trauma.
* A crush injury to base of the nail or the nail bed may produce a permanent deformity.
* Vitamin deficiency can cause a loss of luster or brittle nails.
Some Impotant points (FAQ'S) about Leukonychia
Q: Is it a sign of lack of calcium or some other vitamin from my diet?
A: No, it is'nt a sign of lack of calcium or any other vitamin from your diet. It mainly occurs due to any injury or ill health.
Q: Is Leukonychia harmful?
A: No, it is completely harmless.
Q: Where is it more common? In fingernails or toenails?
A: It is much more common in fingernails than in toenails.
Treatment and Prevention of Leukonychia
There is no treatment for leuconychia as such. The white marks will dissapear on their own, when the nails will grow outwards. Reducing minor injury to the nails may prevent the white marks.
Leuconychia changes the color of your nails. If you have to go in some party, then for temporary purposes you may use nail polish on your nails to hide these white marks. But dont use nail polish on your nails frequently as this will worsen the condition by causing allergic reaction in the surrounding skin and which may damage the nails.
Green leafy vegetables, whole grains, nuts and should be consumed in daily routine so that there is no deficiency of zinc in your body - which are associated with the appearance of white spots.Nail disorder?
Believe it or Not, Embalming Fluid Works.
What are the signs or symptoms of a nail fungus infection?
A: You may see, smell, or feel a nail fungus infection once it takes hold.
Nails may look brownish, yellowish, or have little white patches. Some may even be brown or black.
Nails may get flaky, brittle, and chipped.
Bits of ';gunk'; or debris may collect under your nails.
Your nails may smell bad.
Toenails may get so thick that wearing shoes causes pain.
Discomfort from the infection may make it hard to walk, work, or do other activities.
These symptoms may not get better. In fact, if nail fungus infections are not treated, they may get worse.
Q: How are nail fungus infections diagnosed?
A: First, your healthcare provider will look closely at your nails. If your healthcare provider thinks you have nail fungus, he or she may perform a test. Your healthcare provider may clip off a small piece of your nail so that it can be examined. It may be examined in the office or sent out to a lab. This is the only way to know if you really have nail fungus.
What are the treatment choices for nail fungus infections?
A: Your healthcare provider can prescribe medicine for your fungal infection that you take by mouth. Treatment lasts 12 weeks. This medicine travels through your bloodstream to reach the fungus where it lives deep under the nail in your nail bed.
A prescription polish is also available. It must be applied to the infected nail daily for up to 48 weeks.
To find out if one of these medications is right for you, talk with your healthcare provider.
Some people use products not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for nail fungus infections, such as over-the-counter creams, lotions, and polishes from a drugstore or pharmacy. Others use home remedies, such as vinegar or other solutions. But these products may not work very well because they don't reach the fungus where it lives under the nail.
Q: Should I see a healthcare professional to treat my nail fungus infection?
A: A nail fungus infection is a medical condition that often will not go away without treatment. It can keep getting worse. It may spread from one nail to another, or to someone else. If you think you have an infection, your healthcare provider can diagnose nail fungus infection and help you decide how to treat it.
Here are some other reasons you may want to talk to a healthcare professional:
Your nails鈥攅specially toenails鈥攎ay hurt.
Nail fungus infection can lead to other medical problems for people with circulation problems in their feet and/or people with diabetes.
You may feel embarrassed by the way the fungus has made your nails look.
Speak to your primary care physician, podiatrist, dermatologist, or healthcare professional before the condition of your nails gets worse.
Q: Why is it even more important for people with diabetes to treat nail fungus infection?
A: People with diabetes are nearly three times more likely to get nail fungus infection as people without diabetes*. Because people with diabetes have circulation problems, left untreated, the infection can often lead to more severe health problems on the foot.
If you have diabetes, check your feet and nails regularly for changes in their appearance. If you spot something, be sure and tell your primary care physician, podiatrist, dermatologist, or healthcare professional about it right away. Any type of infection can be more serious in a person with diabetes.
*Reference: Rich P. Journal American Academy of Dermatology 2000; 43:S130-S134
Q: What can I do to keep my nails healthy while I'm treating the infection?
A: Take these steps while you are being treated and afterwards to take care of your nails. You might want to share these tips with people close to you.
Keep your feet as clean and dry as possible.
Wear shoes that ';breathe,'; such as canvas or leather shoes.
Wear shower shoes when you're in public swimming pools, public showers, or locker rooms.
Clip your toenails straight across.
Wear comfortable shoes that fit properly and don't pinch your toes.
If you get manicures or pedicures, make sure your salon follows the rules for cleanliness. States require that nail salons be licensed and follow strict health rules. Salons must sterilize instruments and footbaths. Licenses must be posted so customers know the salon has been inspected.
http://vicks.com/products/vapor_rubointm鈥?/a>
Like fungus on the nails?I hear you can use vicksave on the infected nails like 2-3 times a day.
Can anybody tell me what is VICKSAVE.Nail disorder?
i tried to research on that vicksave and cant find anything...please read this article for info....
Leukonychia - Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Leukonychia is the white spotting seen in nails, streaking, or discoloration of the fingernails, which is mainly caused due to a result from arsenic poisoning, injury, heart disease, renal failure, pneumonia, ill health or hypoalbuminemia.
Several nail disorders are there which come from hereditary or it may be acquired. Leuconychia is one of them. Leukonychia may be total, partial, striate or punctate. Leukonychia totalis is a very rare case. Hereditary or congenital leukonychia, is present since birth, with positive family history and has autosomal dominant inheritance. Acquired leukonychia totalis appears in early childhood.
Causes of Leuconychia
Some other causes of leukonychia except from those said above may be:
* Leprosy.
* Exposure to extreme cold.
* Hepatic Cirrhosis.
* Ulcerative Colitis.
* Onychophagia.
* Psychogenic Stresses.
* Anemia.
* Hypoproteinemia.
* Occupational trauma.
* A crush injury to base of the nail or the nail bed may produce a permanent deformity.
* Vitamin deficiency can cause a loss of luster or brittle nails.
Some Impotant points (FAQ'S) about Leukonychia
Q: Is it a sign of lack of calcium or some other vitamin from my diet?
A: No, it is'nt a sign of lack of calcium or any other vitamin from your diet. It mainly occurs due to any injury or ill health.
Q: Is Leukonychia harmful?
A: No, it is completely harmless.
Q: Where is it more common? In fingernails or toenails?
A: It is much more common in fingernails than in toenails.
Treatment and Prevention of Leukonychia
There is no treatment for leuconychia as such. The white marks will dissapear on their own, when the nails will grow outwards. Reducing minor injury to the nails may prevent the white marks.
Leuconychia changes the color of your nails. If you have to go in some party, then for temporary purposes you may use nail polish on your nails to hide these white marks. But dont use nail polish on your nails frequently as this will worsen the condition by causing allergic reaction in the surrounding skin and which may damage the nails.
Green leafy vegetables, whole grains, nuts and should be consumed in daily routine so that there is no deficiency of zinc in your body - which are associated with the appearance of white spots.Nail disorder?
Believe it or Not, Embalming Fluid Works.
What are the signs or symptoms of a nail fungus infection?
A: You may see, smell, or feel a nail fungus infection once it takes hold.
Nails may look brownish, yellowish, or have little white patches. Some may even be brown or black.
Nails may get flaky, brittle, and chipped.
Bits of ';gunk'; or debris may collect under your nails.
Your nails may smell bad.
Toenails may get so thick that wearing shoes causes pain.
Discomfort from the infection may make it hard to walk, work, or do other activities.
These symptoms may not get better. In fact, if nail fungus infections are not treated, they may get worse.
Q: How are nail fungus infections diagnosed?
A: First, your healthcare provider will look closely at your nails. If your healthcare provider thinks you have nail fungus, he or she may perform a test. Your healthcare provider may clip off a small piece of your nail so that it can be examined. It may be examined in the office or sent out to a lab. This is the only way to know if you really have nail fungus.
What are the treatment choices for nail fungus infections?
A: Your healthcare provider can prescribe medicine for your fungal infection that you take by mouth. Treatment lasts 12 weeks. This medicine travels through your bloodstream to reach the fungus where it lives deep under the nail in your nail bed.
A prescription polish is also available. It must be applied to the infected nail daily for up to 48 weeks.
To find out if one of these medications is right for you, talk with your healthcare provider.
Some people use products not approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for nail fungus infections, such as over-the-counter creams, lotions, and polishes from a drugstore or pharmacy. Others use home remedies, such as vinegar or other solutions. But these products may not work very well because they don't reach the fungus where it lives under the nail.
Q: Should I see a healthcare professional to treat my nail fungus infection?
A: A nail fungus infection is a medical condition that often will not go away without treatment. It can keep getting worse. It may spread from one nail to another, or to someone else. If you think you have an infection, your healthcare provider can diagnose nail fungus infection and help you decide how to treat it.
Here are some other reasons you may want to talk to a healthcare professional:
Your nails鈥攅specially toenails鈥攎ay hurt.
Nail fungus infection can lead to other medical problems for people with circulation problems in their feet and/or people with diabetes.
You may feel embarrassed by the way the fungus has made your nails look.
Speak to your primary care physician, podiatrist, dermatologist, or healthcare professional before the condition of your nails gets worse.
Q: Why is it even more important for people with diabetes to treat nail fungus infection?
A: People with diabetes are nearly three times more likely to get nail fungus infection as people without diabetes*. Because people with diabetes have circulation problems, left untreated, the infection can often lead to more severe health problems on the foot.
If you have diabetes, check your feet and nails regularly for changes in their appearance. If you spot something, be sure and tell your primary care physician, podiatrist, dermatologist, or healthcare professional about it right away. Any type of infection can be more serious in a person with diabetes.
*Reference: Rich P. Journal American Academy of Dermatology 2000; 43:S130-S134
Q: What can I do to keep my nails healthy while I'm treating the infection?
A: Take these steps while you are being treated and afterwards to take care of your nails. You might want to share these tips with people close to you.
Keep your feet as clean and dry as possible.
Wear shoes that ';breathe,'; such as canvas or leather shoes.
Wear shower shoes when you're in public swimming pools, public showers, or locker rooms.
Clip your toenails straight across.
Wear comfortable shoes that fit properly and don't pinch your toes.
If you get manicures or pedicures, make sure your salon follows the rules for cleanliness. States require that nail salons be licensed and follow strict health rules. Salons must sterilize instruments and footbaths. Licenses must be posted so customers know the salon has been inspected.
http://vicks.com/products/vapor_rubointm鈥?/a>
What is a nail disorder?
And why would it stop you working.
http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,3鈥?/a>What is a nail disorder?
It's an excuse used by people who are screwing the system.What is a nail disorder?
It could be an ingrowing toe-nail gone septic. Then the person in question would find it hard to walk and it would be very painful! I have known people with this disorder and had to take antibiotics to kill the infection. If the toe-nail keeps growing into the flesh then an operation has to be done to sort out the offending toe-nail. This is known as a wedge resection and is painful soon after the procedure has been
been performed. So it could stop you working a day or two after the operation.
I thought a nail disorder was when you bent it hammering it in...
Some people will do or say anything not to work.
Broken finger nail, yep, that would do it! I know a man who gets an extra 30quid a week because he drinks too much,lol. Its so he can buy more drink and stay just the way he is.
I should imagine it is something like this...........
Obviously stopped this ponce working for years and this also stopped him giving video link evidence....
http://www.militantislammonitor.org/arti鈥?/a>
Makes you sick really, my supervisor's husband has just had his incapacity benefit stopped even though he is off work after an industrial injury and has his badly broken foot in a cast again after several operations to fix it! He was only claiming incapacity because he has been off for so long he can no onger get sick pay - it seems it is always genuine claimants who get a raw deal.
Fingernail or toenail disorder is a diagnose determining one's ability to continue working on the type of job to be done.
I assume disorder in question officially/medically disabled the person to function normally..
a hang nail.
http://news.sky.com/skynews/article/0,,3鈥?/a>What is a nail disorder?
It's an excuse used by people who are screwing the system.What is a nail disorder?
It could be an ingrowing toe-nail gone septic. Then the person in question would find it hard to walk and it would be very painful! I have known people with this disorder and had to take antibiotics to kill the infection. If the toe-nail keeps growing into the flesh then an operation has to be done to sort out the offending toe-nail. This is known as a wedge resection and is painful soon after the procedure has been
been performed. So it could stop you working a day or two after the operation.
I thought a nail disorder was when you bent it hammering it in...
Some people will do or say anything not to work.
Broken finger nail, yep, that would do it! I know a man who gets an extra 30quid a week because he drinks too much,lol. Its so he can buy more drink and stay just the way he is.
I should imagine it is something like this...........
Obviously stopped this ponce working for years and this also stopped him giving video link evidence....
http://www.militantislammonitor.org/arti鈥?/a>
Makes you sick really, my supervisor's husband has just had his incapacity benefit stopped even though he is off work after an industrial injury and has his badly broken foot in a cast again after several operations to fix it! He was only claiming incapacity because he has been off for so long he can no onger get sick pay - it seems it is always genuine claimants who get a raw deal.
Fingernail or toenail disorder is a diagnose determining one's ability to continue working on the type of job to be done.
I assume disorder in question officially/medically disabled the person to function normally..
a hang nail.
Strange thumb nail disorder?
Ever since I was about in the 4th grade my left my left thumb nail has a strange indentation of bumbs and ridges in the middle of it that runs from bottom to top. It grew completley out once but came back shortly and has been there ever since. I am 31 now. My mom had them before but hers grew out. My brother also has them. Its obviously something hereditary but what and can I ever get rid of it?Strange thumb nail disorder?
i believe it is caused by a fungusStrange thumb nail disorder?
It could be a vitamin B deficiency, sometimes it causes ridges in your nail (s) so check that out.
i believe it is caused by a fungusStrange thumb nail disorder?
It could be a vitamin B deficiency, sometimes it causes ridges in your nail (s) so check that out.
Do i have a nail disease/disorder?
i go to boces for Cosmetology. and were on the nail unit (i wish i had my book with me) but...
my thumbnail is been weird lately. it started like a month ago. but its like warm sometimes. and sometimes it hurts. and i filed that nail shorter than the rest. but it has a longer freeedge. and its like my nailbed is like peeling and when i look underneath my nail it looks as if its lifting.
whats wrong with my nail?
my thumbnail is been weird lately. it started like a month ago. but its like warm sometimes. and sometimes it hurts. and i filed that nail shorter than the rest. but it has a longer freeedge. and its like my nailbed is like peeling and when i look underneath my nail it looks as if its lifting.
whats wrong with my nail?
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