Patient's question:
My son is 5 years old and a twin. Recently, I noticed that his fingernails seem to have grown back from the small sun area, with the original nails slowly peeling off in small pieces. I asked him if he had been pinched or hit by heavy objects, but he said no. (Previously, there were blood vessels and yellow marks from being pinched in his nails, and he confirmed that he had been pinched, so I didn’t pay much attention.)Past treatment and outcomes: No treatment has been administered.
Desired assistance: Could this be serious? Is it due to calcium deficiency? Could it be an early sign of a major illness?
Doctor's answer:
According to your description, you don't need to worry too much, it may be due to an injury to the nail causing abnormal growth of the nail bed. It is recommended that your child rest, eat a balanced diet, avoid overly spicy or cold foods, maintain a regular eating schedule, engage in appropriate activities, and pay attention to personal hygiene. If you are still not reassured, you can consult a bone and joint surgery department at the hospital. It is also important to regularly check for signs of calcium deficiency or onychomycosis, and seek treatment if any are found.