Dermatological Symptoms

1 Rashes and Skin Manifestations

Clinical Presentation.

• Urticaria (hives)
• Flushing and redness
• Eczema or atopic dermatitis
• Unexplained rashes
• Livedo reticularis (mottled skin discoloration)
• Pallor or grayish skin tone

2 Hair and Nail Changes

Clinical Presentation.

• Hair loss (telogen effluvium)
• Brittle, ridged, or slow-growing nails
• Nail discoloration
• Hair texture changes

Mechanism. Hair and nails are metabolically active tissues with high nutrient demands. Chronic illness, nutritional deficiencies, and stress can disrupt hair growth cycles and nail formation.