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Are Spoon Shaped Nails Due to Iron Deficiency?

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While often associated with it, not everyone with iron deficiency develops koilonychia, the medical term for spoon-shaped nails. The condition, characterized by thin, brittle, and concave nails, is a notable physical sign that can indicate an underlying medical issue, especially chronic iron deficiency.