Is it possible to wear nail polish if you are suffering from toenail fungus? Toenail fungus is an infection that affects the underlying surface of the nail. You may be surprised to know that many people suffer from unsightly nails and this can often cause embarrassment. As the fungus is inside and underneath the nail […]
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Are Diabetics More Prone To Suffering From Toenail Fungus?
We field a lot of questions about toenail fungus in diabetics. Many studies illustrate the frequency of toenail fungus in diabetics. People who have diabetes are much more likely to develop toenail fungus than people who don’t have diabetes. Diabetics need to understand that toenail fungus is much more than a cosmetic problem. A person […]
How To Find Out What Type Of Toenail Fungus You Have
Nobody wants to end up with toenail fungus, but unfortunately, it’s a condition that is very easy to contract. Many people have infected toenails, but they don’t know what type of fungus they’ve been infected with. Since there are only four main types of toenail fungus, it’s fairly easy to make a diagnosis. These different […]
Is Toenail Fungus Contagious?
You may wonder, “Is toenail fungus contagious?” Yes it is. All types of fungus can be contagious, including toenail fungus, although it is very rare. In cases of toenail fungus, the actual fungus is living underneath the toenail and is encapsulated. This makes it extremely hard for it to spread. Even people who have one […]
Are There Different types of Toenail Fungus?
It may be gross, but let’s look at the types of toenail fungus. A toenail can reveal a lot about your overall health and can also provide the sign of a systemic disease. For example, thick and discolored nails can represent toenail infections. A toenail infection is caused by a fungus and such infection is […]
What Are The Types Of Toenail Infections?
Are there different types of toenail infections? There are two basic causes of toenail infections, either bacterial or fungal. A toenail infection is different from having an infection of the toe. This would include an ingrown toenail or infection of the surrounding cuticle. The most common cause of bacterial infections in toenails is due to […]
Why You Should Be Worried About Your Toenail Fungus Infection
A toenail fungus infection occurs when a fungus makes its way into your toenail or nail bed (the skin underneath your toenail). This can be either through a small graze in the skin surrounding your nail or through an opening in between your nail and nail bed. An infection may begin as a small, innocuous […]
Are There Any Fungus Cures That Don’t Involve Drugs?
A lot of people would rather a toenail fungus treatment, without drugs. Most want the infection gone, but don’t want to deal with any drug side effects. So what are your treatment options? Laser treatment Laser treatment involves the use of a high-powered laser beam, which passes through your toenail, killing the fungus underneath it. […]
Why Home Remedies For Toenail Fungus Don’t Work
A yellow or white toenail can be a sign of a fungal infection. This common problem can be uncomfortable and even painful, and in the long term it can cause permanent damage to the nail. There are many at home remedies for toenail fungus, including • Vinegar • Tea tree oil • Baking soda Typical […]
Toenail Fungus: Symptoms, Causes And How To Treat Them
Many people have found themselves faced with the pain and unpleasantness of an infected toenail. Unfortunately, toenail fungus is far more common than many people realize. A fungal infection attacks the toenail or nail bed through small cuts or openings between your toenail and the nail bed. There can be a number of causes for […]
