Patient's question:
I was cutting my child's nails last night when I noticed that 7 or 8 of his ten fingernails had white nail plates. I hadn't paid much attention before, and I'm very worried that his body might develop another illness again. For now, we haven't noticed anything, but I'm a bit concerned. Additionally, I feel that he hasn't been very energetic lately.What kind of help is needed: Hello, my child's nail plates are white on several fingernails. What could be the reason?
Doctor's answer:
Traditional Chinese medicine believes that the nails are the remnants of the tendons and serve as an external manifestation of the liver and gallbladder. The liver stores blood and governs the smooth flow of Qi. Therefore, observing the nails can help assess the strength and condition of the internal organs and the circulation of Qi and blood. If a child's nails are pale, it may indicate low hemoglobin, which is seen in anemia. It is recommended to seek further medical examination at a hospital. Anemia is detrimental to a child's growth and development. A lack of nutrition can be addressed by consuming more vitamins and nutrients, as well as eating more meat, which can benefit the child. The above suggestions are for the question "Why are a child's fingernails white?" and are hoped to be helpful. Wishing you good health!