- female
- 40 Years
- 31/03/2021
What vitamin deficiency causes vertical lines in fingernails?
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Our nails naturally develop slight vertical ridges as we age. However, severe and raised ridges can be a sign of iron deficiency anemia. Nutritional deficiencies, such as a lack of vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin B12 or keratin can result in fingernail ridges. Hormonal changes can also cause ridges to appear.
Dr. Dr Khaleel Suggests...
Consult a Dermatologist
Answered 04/07/2025
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