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  5. What could be causing my 28-year-old brother's left index fingernail to peel away from the nail bed and grow back rough and yellowish, and his other fingernails to become brittle and peel, after he was previously treated for dengue and meningitis and took Autrin for low hemoglobin?

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What could be causing my 28-year-old brother's left index fingernail to peel away from the nail bed and grow back rough and yellowish, and his other fingernails to become brittle and peel, after he was previously treated for dengue and meningitis and took Autrin for low hemoglobin?

Asked by Male, 28 · 18 days ago

The nail peeling and brittleness he is experiencing are very common after major physical stressors like dengue, meningitis, and low hemoglobin (for which he took Autrin). When the body is fighting severe infections or anemia, it redirects vital nutrients away from non-essential areas like nails, leading to temporary damage. The rough, yellowish regrowth could also suggest a mild fungal infection, which can occur when the immune system is recovering. These changes are usually temporary as his body heals, but I highly recommend having a doctor or dermatologist evaluate them to ensure he gets the right care.
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What could be causing my 28-year-old brother's left index fingernail to peel away from the nail bed and grow back rough and yellowish, and his other fingernails to become brittle and peel, after he was previously treated for dengue and meningitis and took Autrin for low hemoglobin?

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