What is yellow nail syndrome and its remedies

yellow_nail_syndrome Yellow nail syndrome is a rare disorder of the nail of the finger or toe nails accompanied by swelling of parts of the body. It is a condition which starts in middle age but is also sometimes found in young children. It is caused by blockage of the lymphatic system. It can be associated with water collection in the space surrounding the lungs, and bronchi infection of the lungs. The main features of the yellow nail syndrome are that all nails of the fingers and toes are affected. Nails seem to have stopped growing. The nails become thick and turn to a pale greenish –yellow colour. There is swelling on the legs. Patients complain of lung disorder and get frequent attacks of bronchitis, chronic sinusitis and pneumonia. The basic cause for yellow nail syndrome is not known. Yellow toenails are usually a sign of fungus infection. Many fungi on the toe nails produce coloured pigment which is of yellowish or brown colours. A diagnostic test in a laboratory will reveal the fungus infection and this will require a different treatment. Untreated infection can spread to the whole nail and move to the root of the nail causing serious problems. These infections can be easily treated with oral medication or by a nail paint which is prescribed by a doctor. Natural and home remedies help in softening the toe nails have been found to be more effective in cases of fungal infection on the toe nails.

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Yellow nails take place due to discoloration of the nail and can take place due to variety of reasons. Ladies generally develop yellow nails due to use of local made nail polish that includes chemicals. It is always preferable to use nail polish from a branded company that has good quality and does not retain stains even after removing the nail polish with the help of nail remover. Even if you are using inferior quality of nail remover, this can affect your nails and can give rise to discoloration. Sometimes due to excessive use of turmeric in food and curries, the stains remain over your finger and nails when you are consuming your food with the help of hands. There is another way of withstanding the effect of yellowish blend over the nails. Before using a nail polish, apply nail enamel or a transparent base. This will help the nail to get an extra protection.

Yellow nails syndromes

It is a name given to the disorder of nails which is also associated with parts of body duly swelled. This physical condition in an individual’s body generally takes place due to a block in lymphatic system. People suffering from this syndrome of the nail will create a thickening effect to the nails along with the change of yellow color to yellowish green. This can also give rise to a condition that is known as systemic disease. Researchers have found out the effect of titanium on the body which has given rise to yellow nail syndrome. Thus, it is important to avoid the food items that include titanium oxide.

Home Remedies for Yellow Nail Syndrome

The treatment for the yellow nail syndrome is connected with the treatment of the respiratory problem which is often associated with the discolouration of the nails. In most cases the change in the nails are permanent but in some cases complete reversal is seen.

Nutritional supplement of Vitamin E and Zinc are found to be effective in controlling the conditions of the yellow nail syndrome.
Sometimes nails turn yellow by smoking and by repeated regular application of nail polish. In mild cases of yellow nails certain natural home remedies help in restoring the colour of the nails.
Fresh lemon juice helps in whitening the nails. This should be done by regularly soaking the nails in a bowl of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Denture tablets that are used to keep dentures white and bright are also helpful in whitening the nails. Nails need to repeatedly soak for some time in a solution of denture tablets and water.
Light buffing the nails can also help in removing the discoloration of the nails.
There are some inexpensive, effective and east to use whitening pencils available in the chemist shops to make the tips of the nails look whiter.

Yellow nail syndrome is a health complication that is common with millions of people. The complication may be due to fungal infection or respiratory disorder. Whatever be the reason for the discoloration of the nail is it can be treated with a supplement of Vitamin E.

Baking soda

Since variety of baking instruments is available at home, treating the yellow nail syndrome will be quite easy with the help of baking soda. Since baking soda is very well-known in the process of removing the tough stains in clothes and other surfaces, even over your nails it will work like a wonder. To create the mixture, you have to mix 2 teaspoon of baking soda with around 3 percent hydrogen peroxide in a small bowl. Once it is mixed, you need to use a cotton swab and apply over your nails where you can find yellow stains. This needs to be kept in the same position for around 4 minutes and wash away with Luke warm water. Do this every day and see the difference.

Tea tree oil

Sometimes due to the excessive growth of fungus over your nails, you can suffer from the problem of yellow nail syndrome. This is the place where the tea tree oil can prove to be a wonderful remedy. You can get both anti microbial as well as fungicidal properties in tea tree oil. All types of infection will be fought with the help of tea tree oil along with getting back the natural while nail color. There is also a procedure of applying tea tree oil. You need to take tea tree oil in a dropper and pour it over your nails covering entire nails from roots to tip. Now, keep it for 15 minutes and wash with Luke warm water. You can also mix equal portion of olive oil and tea tree oil and apply the mixture of oil over the nail by dipping the cotton ball. This must be done twice everyday to stay away from yellow nails.

Lemon

The simplest way of creating a whitening effect on your finger nails is none other than the lemon juice that comes up automatically. Since it has been effective in removing various types of stains, yellowing effect over your nails is just nothing. Even if you don’t have yellow nails, you can apply lemon juice as this helps in making your nails strong enough so that it can stay away from breakage. Here you need to take a bowl where your hands can be dipped. This bowl must be filled with lemon juice of around half the volume. Now dip your yellow colored nails in it for around 15 minutes. Once the time is over you need to use a soft tooth brush and slowly scrub over your nails such that the yellow stains can be removed. Then you can wash with Luke warm water. After washing your hand apply lemon essential oil to keep your nails moisturized.

Toothpaste

You must have seen several advertisements of teeth whitening tooth paste in your television screen. One of the effective way of removing yellow nail syndrome will be to use the whitening tooth paste. Take a small portion of the teeth whitening tooth paste over your finger tips and apply it over your nails covering all parts. Now, you can leave it for 10 minute and remove it with the nail brush. Use a cotton ball dipped in luke warm water and apply it over your nails where you are facing the yellow discoloration. If you can do this three times in a week, getting white and beautiful finger nails will be really possible. Since the toothpaste has hydrogen peroxide, it will give you a wonderful whitening effect.

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