Any advice for onychoschizia?

@Inlemay (17714)
South Africa
October 11, 2018 7:19pm CST
The word onychoschizia, is the term for my problematic fingernails. Over the last two months, I have noticed my fingernails peeling. I have never had nail problems before: I don't use any nail polishes, I don't bite my nails, and I have no idea why this is happening at my ripe young age? My hands are a mess to look at with just 38 days to the wedding - I need help and quickly too! I have even googled it . . . . . but I thought maybe someone will have some good old fashioned advice or remedy that does not include me eating any FISH (allergic). Leave your advice - it would be most appreciated.
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Anna
@LadyDuck (459588)
• Switzerland
12 Oct 18
I have no nails problems, my husband had, usually when nails peel or split it's a sign of iron deficiency, but also dehydration and possibly under active thyroid. Try to eat food rich in iron (red meat, spinach, beans, peas, pumpkin seeds). Rub your nails with coconut oil.
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Anna
@LadyDuck (459588)
• Switzerland
12 Oct 18
@Inlemay More iron worked for my husband.
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
13 Oct 18
@LadyDuck I may not take IRON, it's a long story . . . . but even too much natural Spanish has a dreadful effect on me
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
12 Oct 18
thank you - I am going to take your advise and add all the above to my diet
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Nanette Piotrowski
@nanette64 (20364)
• Fairfield, Texas
12 Oct 18
@LadyDuck is absolutely correct @Inlemay .
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Anna
@LadyDuck (459588)
• Switzerland
12 Oct 18
Thank you Nanette.
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Nanette Piotrowski
@nanette64 (20364)
• Fairfield, Texas
19 Oct 18
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Marie
@Tampa_girl7 (49151)
• United States
12 Oct 18
I wish that I could help. Good luck
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
13 Oct 18
thank you - I am at my wits end as I have so many allergies and can't go in certain directions.
Judy Evans
@JudyEv (326275)
• Rockingham, Australia
12 Oct 18
I'm sorry I can't help. My nails aren't peeling but are going a bit funny - hard to describe. I hope you find something to help.
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
14 Oct 18
thanks Judy, got myself a stash of supplements and lets hope they help
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Xavier Bage
@franxav (13622)
• India
12 Oct 18
As a homeopathic physician I' suggest Homeopathy but I tight take long to heal your fingers.
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
12 Oct 18
so you suggest I should go see a homoeopath? or is there a remedy you can suggest?
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Bryan James
@bryanjames (13)
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12 Oct 18
Biotin, zinc, B12, iron vitamins (or foods containing them) may be of help.
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
12 Oct 18
I may not take iron supplements - I have a high iron count, this is why it is puzzling me
Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
15 Oct 18
but I have gotten myself some Biotin and folic acid
Heather Echola
@GardenGerty (157691)
• United States
12 Oct 18
38 days is not enough time to completely grow out your nails. I would suggest you warm a tiny bit of olive oil and soak your nails in them nightly. Improve your diet, if you can. Also the only time I ever had similar happen with my nails was when I was working tending plants a lot and my hands were frequently in water. If you are in that boat, wear gloves.
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
12 Oct 18
I dont overdo water really except for cleaning the home and sometimes dishes - I have a dishwasher to do that - Not much in the garden really but maybe gloves for a few weeks cant do any harm
maezee
@maezee (41997)
• United States
12 Oct 18
What about taking a supplement like Biotin? I don’t believe there is fish in it and it is supposed to be good for your hair and nails.
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
12 Oct 18
Biotin seems to come up often, so I am going to look into that and get myself some. I shall report back with any progress
Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (307419)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
12 Oct 18
I've noticed when I have problems with my nails, if I eat lettuce or jello, it helps. The nails get hard again and lose the fragile appearance.
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
13 Oct 18
I like the jello idea, and I remember my mom always giving that to my sister who had hair problems, so I am adding that to my diet. thanks Valerie
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Valerie J. Routhieaux
@just4him (307419)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
15 Oct 18
@Inlemay You're welcome.
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Sophie
@SophieY (891)
• South Africa
21 Oct 18
thats a BIG word. Hope you get it sorted, I have absolutely no advise - sorry
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Frederick Espiritu
@simplfred (20641)
• Philippines
12 Oct 18
First time to hear that word. Thanks for the information. Better consult the professional I think.
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CarolDM
@CarolDM (203451)
• Nashville, Tennessee
17 Oct 18
I have heard of others using creams and lotions.
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Brenna
@isweartokira (3465)
• United States
12 Oct 18
some stores have vitamins that help hair and nail growth, maybe that would help? wish I knew a solution, sorry
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
13 Oct 18
I am going to find out from my doctor if I can use over the counter meds - some have elements that I am allergic to, so dont want to get sick as well
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Brenna
@isweartokira (3465)
• United States
13 Oct 18
@Inlemay I hope you find something that helps
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Norman Darlington
@NormanDarlo (1071)
• Ireland
12 Oct 18
Anna's advice sounds sensible.I have nothing to add, really, except to wish you success with this. If you are concerned about your appearance at the wedding in particular, could you put on artificial nails for the occasion? (Full disclaimer: I have no idea what I'm talking about!). I have a tendency to split on one fingernail, which suddenly developed a couple of years ago, but it remained confined to the one nail. Touch wood! Wishing you every success in treating this!
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Inlemay
@Inlemay (17714)
• South Africa
13 Oct 18
I am reading all the good advise and will take action from the grouping
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