[Very Cool] Mnemonic : Yellow Nail Syndrome

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Yellow Nail Syndrome (YNS) is a rare disorder with three main signs: yellow and thickened nails, chronic swelling of the limbs (lymphedema), and involvement of the respiratory system (such as bronchiectasis, chronic sinusitis, or pleural effusions).

The condition affects both men and women, and it can happen at any age, but people over 50 are most likely to have it. It’s not clear what causes YNS, but it’s thought that it has something to do with lymphatic dysfunction, which causes lymphatic fluid to build up in the tissues and cause lymphedema.

Yellow nail syndrome is diagnosed when all three symptoms are present and other causes of yellow nails and lymphedema are ruled out. Most treatment for YNS is supportive and focuses on managing symptoms, like using compression garments to reduce swelling and antibiotics to treat respiratory infections.