Vertical Ridges
Vertical ridges can also be caused by other conditions. For example, studies show that some types of anemia may lead to vertical ridge, which is usually accompanied by color changes in the nails or changes in texture.
Anemia can lead to vertical ridges and may also cause dents to appear on your mail
A splinter hemorrhage is a small blood clot that may lead to a vertical discoloration under the nail. It would help to contact a dermatologist if you do not know what is responsible for the bleeding from the hemorrhage.
Other medical disorders that have been linked to vertical ridges appearing in the mail include:
- Peripheral vascular disease [1]
- Trachyonychia
- Rheumatoid arthritis [2]
Studies show that ridges that are accompanied with other symptoms, such as brittle or rough nails that do not occur due to aging may be a sign of other medical disorders and should be appropriately diagnosed by a medical professional. These ridges are usually deep, with multiple lines that appear on the nails.