Yellow nail syndrome

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

Synonyms and keywords: Primary lymphedema associated with yellow nails and pleural effusion

Overview

Yellow nail syndrome is a medical syndrome that includes pleural effusions, lymphoedema and yellow dystrophic nails.

Pathophysiology

Associated Conditions

• Bronchiectasis in about 40% of people with yellow nail syndrome.
• Chronic sinusitis

Treatment

Pharmacotherapy

Chronic Pharmacotherapies

Normal treatment for swelling and any respiratory problems is appropriate. Nutritional supplementation with Vitamin E in some studies has been shown to be effective in controlling nail changes.

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