Onychoptosis

Onychoptosis
Onychoptosis
ICD-10	L60
ICD-9	703.8

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Synonyms and keywords: Alopecia unguium

Overview

Onychoptosis is the casting off or periodic shedding of the nail.

Pathophysiology

Associated Conditions

• Alopecia areata

Causes

Common Causes

This condition may follow certain diseases such as syphilis, or can result from fever, trauma, systemic upsets or adverse reaction to drugs.

Causes in Alphabetical Order

• Adverse reaction to drugs
• Fever
• Syphilis
• Systemic upsets
• Trauma