| Hangnail | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Agnail, Stepmother's blessing |
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| The bottom finger has a hangnail. | |
| Specialty | Dermatology |
A hangnail is a small, torn piece of skin or nail next to a fingernail or toenail.[1] Hangnails are typically caused by having dry skin, trauma to the fingers, or ingrown nails.[1]