Nail care
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Slide show: 7 fingernail problems not to ignore
See photos of fingernail conditions that warrant medical attention.
Oral thrush
Oral thrush is a fungal infection caused by the overgrowth of Candida albicans, which causes creamy white lesions on the tongue and lining of your mouth.
Nail ridges: Cause for concern?
Vertical nail ridges are common and often become more prominent with age.
Molluscum contagiosum
Learn how to prevent and treat this common skin infection that affects people of all ages.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
Learn six clues to identifying health conditions based on changes in your fingernails.
Kawasaki disease
Learn more about this condition that primarily affects young children and causes inflammation in the walls of the arteries throughout the body.
Hemangioma
This red mark on a baby's skin looks like a rubbery bump or flat red mark and is made up of extra blood vessels in the skin. It generally goes away by age 10. Learn more about its causes and treatment.
Fingernails: Do's and don'ts for healthy nails
Find out the signs of a problem with your fingernails, plus tips for taking care of them.
Don't let your tots burn
When you head outside for family fun this summer, be sure to protect small children from burns. Keep sunblock handy and protect against other burn hazards: 1. Keep little ones away from grills, fire pits and campfires. 2. Don't let children play with or near fireworks or sparklers. 3. Check children's car seats for hot straps or buckles. These can heat up quickly in a car parked in direct sunlight.
7 fingernail problems not to ignore
Learn about fingernail conditions that need medical attention.
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