Nail changes with thyroid disease have not been well studied. Nail findings are helpful in early diagnosis of thyroid disorders and therefore are important for dermatologist education. We reviewed the literature on nail changes in thyroid patients and found that onycholysis and slow-growing, thin nails are associated with hypothyroidism and that onycholysis, koilonychia, and brittle nails changes are associated with hyperthyroidism.

Nail changes, such as onycholysis and slow-growing, thin nails, can help diagnose thyroid disorders and aid in early diagnosis.

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Nail Changes Associated With Thyroid Disease.

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