Which Cancer Treatments are Associated with Onycholysis?
Cancer treatments known to be associated with onycholysis include:
Chemotherapy: Agents such as taxanes (e.g., docetaxel, paclitaxel) and anthracyclines (e.g., doxorubicin) are commonly linked to nail changes. Targeted Therapy: Drugs like tyrosine kinase inhibitors (e.g., gefitinib, erlotinib) can cause onycholysis as a side effect. Radiation Therapy: Radiation to areas near the hands or feet can sometimes lead to nail changes. Hormonal Therapy: Treatments such as tamoxifen can also be implicated, albeit less frequently.
