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What does my nail say about my health?

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Slinkycat22 · 26/02/2025 13:51

I was feeling wiped out last summer, so requested a B12 blood test as I've had low levels in the past. The results showed I have a b12 deficiency (123ng/l), my ferritin was also low (13ug/l) & my folate was 7.8ng/l. I was prescribed iron tablets for 3mths & B12 injections for life.
My bloods were re-checked 3 months later & I requested a Vitamin D test as I wasn't feeling any better, my vit D result was 35. Dr suggested I take Vit D supplements too. My B12 & Ferritin levels had risen considerably.
However I still feel awful.
I've booked an appointnent with my dr next week to didcuss next steps. I know our nails can reveal alot about our health. Mine have always been strong & long, but they're awful at the moment. I've attached a photo of my thumb nail, does anyone have any thoughts about what I should ask the Dr to investigate?

What does my nail say about my health?
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DustyLee123 · 27/02/2025 07:10

Maybe calcium and thyroid

chirpes · 27/02/2025 09:48

I'd get your thyroid checked, abnormalities in that can cause ridges in nails

Cuppachuchu · 27/02/2025 09:50

You don't mention your diet. Is it good?

SophiaSW1 · 27/02/2025 13:15

Depends on how old you are.

Slinkycat22 · 27/02/2025 22:53

Thanks for your replies. I'm 49. I've been a vegetarian for most of my life, but I eat a healthy & varied diet and watch what I eat. I workout several times a week although i'm still a couple of lbs overweight.

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OchonAgusOchonOh · 27/02/2025 23:15

Do you have any psoriasis? I have those longitudinal ridges and have psoriatic arthritis. I'm not sure are yours also raised at the sides? If they are, that's another symptom.

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