Having Striped Nails Could Mean That Your Body is…. Read more
FAINT lines on your nails could be a sign you are at risk of cancer, experts claim.
A small thickened area under the nail, along with a red or white band running down it, could indicate a rare genetic disorder that can lead to the disease.
Most changes to your nails are likely a result of nutrient deficiencies.

The rare condition affects a gene that stops the body’s cells from growing rapidly and developing into tumorous masses.
The gene also plays a crucial role in repairing DNA damage to cells, which protects against the growth and spread of cancer cells.
The inherited disorder is associated with an increased risk of cancerous tumours in the skin, eyes, kidneys, and mesothelium lining the chest and abdomen.
Each year, around 167,000 people die from cancer in the UK.
Previous studies have shown nail marks can be a sign of skin cancer melanoma.
Other signs of skin cancer to look out for are nails that: