Current problems in pediatric and adolescent health care
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Curr Probl Pediatr Adolesc Health Care · Sep 2012
ReviewNail disorders as signs of pediatric systemic disease.
Herein, we describe some of the more common changes in the nail unit that can be seen in systemic diseases in children. Changes that can be seen are not limited to those discussed in the following pages. ⋯ When evaluating a pediatric patient with a nail disorder, it is important to perform a complete physical examination of the skin and oral mucosa, as other clues to the diagnosis of the nail problem may be found. A comprehensive family history is also important to uncover possible syndromic associations with nail disease or diseases that can manifest with nail changes.