What nutrient deficiency causes white spots on fingernails?
Disease description:
Recently, I’ve developed some white spots on my fingers, and my skin isn’t as smooth as before. What nutrient deficiency might cause white spots on the fingernails?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Huang Lingjuan
White spots on fingernails may result from nutritional deficiencies, trauma, or fungal infection. When the body lacks certain trace elements, vitamins, or calcium, nail plate formation may be impaired, leading to the appearance of white spots. Additionally, even in the absence of external trauma or fungal infection, opaque white spots may still develop on the nail plate.
