Psoriatic onychodystrophy | |
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Other names | Psoriatic nails |
Psoriasis of the toenails | |
Specialty | Dermatology |
Causes | Psoriasis |
Differential diagnosis | Onychomycosis |
Treatment | Medications, radiation |
Frequency | 10% to 78% of those with psoriasis |
Psoriatic onychodystrophy or psoriatic nails is a nail disease. It is common in those with psoriasis, with reported incidences varying from 10% to 78%. Elderly patients and those with psoriatic arthritis are more likely to have psoriatic nails.[1]: 781–2