What is a hangnail also known as?

A hangnail is commonly known as an agnail. This term refers to a small, torn piece of skin that hangs near the base of a fingernail or toenail, often causing discomfort or pain. Agnails typically occur when the skin around the nail is dry or damaged, leading to the formation of these small, jagged flaps. Understanding the term agnail is important in nail care, as it can help technicians provide better advice on prevention and care for clients experiencing this issue.

The other choices represent different nail conditions: onycholysis refers to the separation of the nail plate from the nail bed; onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails; and pterygium is a structure that involves the abnormal growth of skin tissue over the nail plate. Each of these terms relates to specific nail-related issues but does not define a hangnail.