Health Boards
Fri-09-09-2011, 19:49 PM
Nail Psoriasis
In 50% of people with psoriasis there is also major involvement of the nails, with minor involvement being seen in some individuals. The fingernails and toenails are affected equally, from one to twenty nails may be affected. Discolouration, pitting and separation from the nail bed are the most common characteristics of activity. Nails can be a good indicator that psoriasis is present and can help the doctor to diagnose if an associated form of arthritis is present.
Images are copyright.
![[Image: nail629.jpg]](https://psoriasisclub.org/images/members/nail629.jpg)
![[Image: nail2ndx.jpg]](https://psoriasisclub.org/images/members/nail2ndx.jpg)
In 50% of people with psoriasis there is also major involvement of the nails, with minor involvement being seen in some individuals. The fingernails and toenails are affected equally, from one to twenty nails may be affected. Discolouration, pitting and separation from the nail bed are the most common characteristics of activity. Nails can be a good indicator that psoriasis is present and can help the doctor to diagnose if an associated form of arthritis is present.
Images are copyright.