Visual Signs That You Actually Have Health Problems

Small Hemorrhages on Hands

If you can see small hemorrhages under your fingernails and can’t think of any recent injury that could have caused them, then it could be a sign of health problems. You fingernails can tell many things about your health whether it be good or poor, so be sure to pay close attention to them.

In this case, the potential issue could be a problem with your heart’s valves which is known as endocarditis and that needs to be looked at immediately by a qualified health practitioner like your doctor. This is a potentially serious health concern that should never be ignored.

Endocarditis generally occurs when bacteria or other germs from another part of your body, such as your mouth, spread through your bloodstream and attach to damaged areas in your heart. Left untreated, endocarditis can damage or destroy your heart valves and can lead to life-threatening complications. Treatments for endocarditis include antibiotics and, in certain cases, surgery.