Nov 22, 2024 · Fingernails grow from the area at the base of the nail under the cuticle. Fingernails are made of layers of a protein called keratin. Healthy fingernails are smooth. They don't have …

Nov 22, 2023 · Biting, chewing or eating pulled-out hair. Playing with pulled-out hair or rubbing it across your lips or face. Repeatedly trying to stop pulling out your hair or trying to do it less …

Oct 10, 2023 · If you get manicures to keep your nails looking good, know what to expect from the person who does them. If you have weak or brittle nails, learn how nail care products can help …

The virus usually spreads through breaks in the skin, such as hangnails or scrapes. Biting your nails also can cause warts to spread on your fingertips and around your nails. Each person's …

Dec 24, 2024 · The pain may be due to a mix of factors, including habits such as teeth clenching, gum chewing and nail biting; stress; and painful conditions that occur along with TMJ disorder …

Thumb sucking is a common habit among children. At some point, though, you might think, "Enough is enough." Here's help encouraging your child to stop the behavior. Babies have …

Feb 15, 2024 · Diagnosis Most often, your doctor, dentist or other healthcare professional will find out if you have leukoplakia by: Looking at the patches in your mouth. Trying to wipe off the …

Dec 24, 2025 · Hyperinsulinemia (hi-pur-in-suh-lih-NEE-me-uh) means the amount of insulin in the blood is higher than what's considered healthy. On its own, hyperinsulinemia isn't diabetes. …

Dec 16, 2025 · Dry on high heat. Don't scratch. Avoid scratching the anal area. Trim your child's fingernails so there's less space for eggs to collect. Suggest that your child avoid biting his or …

Feb 15, 2024 · Leukoplakia (loo-koh-PLAY-key-uh) causes thick, white patches that form on the gums. The patches also may form on the insides of the cheeks and the bottom of the mouth. …