What if your nail problem comes from an underlying bone problem?

Sometimes, nail problems come from beneath. True story!

When you notice that your nail is lifted or thick or the color has changed, you might be thinking: "Is it fungus?" or "I don't recall hitting it".

Sometimes, your nail changes because of an underlying bony exostosis. That means that the bone under the nail pushes against the nail. This is a tricky one. You need x-rays and a trained eye to see it. If you tried everything and you still got an ingrown nail or your nail is always lifted, the cause might be a bony exostosis. See the case below!