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While a manicure hides wrinkles or bumps on your nails, a shiny polish cannot hide a disease that may be lurking in your body.

Your nails can tell you something about your overall health, and any abnormality could indicate a possible problem with your liver, lungs, or heart.

The condition of our nails often reflects what is happening in our body, and when changes occur, it can indicate various health problems or simply reflect the normal aging process.

Although ridges on the nails may be harmless, according to the National Library of Medicine (NCBI), grooves on the nails “can also highlight more serious systemic symptoms and indicate underlying health problems.”

In today’s article, we’ll take a look at the different types of nail strips, their importance, and when you should consult a doctor.

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