Nails and COVID-19-A comprehensive review of clinical findings and treatment

The SARS-CoV-2 infection, responsible for COVID-19, has raised the interest for infection-associated muco-cutaneous symptoms. While dermatologic symptoms in general gained an increasing awareness, affection of the nail organ has been mentioned only recently. We provide a narrative review on COVID-19 manifestation on the nail organ and add symptoms induced by personal protective measures and SARS-CoV-2 vaccination. Available treatment options are discussed.

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This narrative review discusses the impact of COVID-19 on the nail organ, as well as symptoms induced by personal protective measures and SARS-CoV-2 vaccination, while also exploring available treatment options.