What Your Nails Reveal About Your Health: Surprising Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

5.Bitten Nails

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Nail biting, and sometimes chewing the skin around nails, often signals anxiety and can range from a simple habit to a serious compulsion. For some, it’s just a habit, but for others, it may point to deeper issues. Known as onychophagia, this affects people of all ages, especially kids and young adults. It can cause nail damage, infections, and dental problems. Chronic nail biting can lower confidence and affect social life. Treatment might involve therapy, habit reversal, and stress management. Stress balls, fidget toys, or bitter nail polish can help. For severe cases, working with a mental health expert is recommended.