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    Curved fingernails, Upward curving (spooning) of nails and Visible deformity

    WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms curved fingernails, upward curving (spooning) of nails and visible deformity including Dislocated finger, Anemia, iron deficiency, and Osteoarthritis.

    There are 13 conditions associated with curved fingernails, upward curving (spooning) of nails and visible deformity. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

    • Dislocated finger

      A dislocated finger usually looks crooked or bent and causes pain, swelling, numbness, or tingling.

    • Anemia, iron deficiency

      Anemia , a lack of red blood cells, can cause fatigue, pale skin and gums, brittle nails, irritability, and more.

    • Osteoarthritis

      Osteoarthritis happens when the cartilage in your joints breaks down causing pain, stiffness, and swelling.

    • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

      COPD is a chronic lung disease that makes breathing difficult.

    • Mallet finger

      Mallet finger, an injury to the fingertip, causes pain, swelling, and the inability to straighten the finger.

    • Scleroderma

      Scleroderma is an uncommon immune disorder that causes collagen to build up in the tissue, making it harden.

    • Rheumatoid arthritis

      Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and joint damage.

    • Broken (fractured) finger

      Broken, or fractured, fingers are among the most common injuries and can cause pain, swelling and bruising.

    • Emphysema

      Emphysema is a chronic lung condition that causes shortness of breath, a chronic cough, wheezing, and more.

    • Interstitial lung disease

      Interstitial lung disease is a group of lung disorders that cause shortness of breath, a dry cough, and more.

    • Finger injury

      Symptoms of finger injuries vary but can include pain, numbness, swelling, and deformity.

    • Dupuytren's contracture

      Dupuytren's contracture is a condition of the hand tissue that causes the fingers to curl.

    • CREST syndrome

      CREST syndrome is a rare autoimmune disease that causes tissues to harden throughout the body.

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