Nails Psoriasis

What is Nails Psoriasis

Most people who have psoriasis of the nails also have skin psoriasis (also called cutaneous psoriasis or just psoriasis). Pitting of nail surface with spots of white to yellow brown (oil droplets) reflects psoriatic changes in the nail matrix and nail bed respectively. Distally, there are irregular onycholysis, splitting, and dystrophic changes. Onycholysis may simulate onychomycosis;
therefore, fungal culture will be valuable in diagnosis. This type of psoriasis can also affect the fingernails and toenails.

If psoriasis of the nails is severe and is not treated, it can lead to functional and social problems.