Fungal Toenail InfectionToe Nail Fungus [Onychomycosis] Fungal spores are present everywhere and they can infect toenails if the nails are weak or if the toenail has been damaged. Once a toenail is damaged the fungal spores can easily gain access to the toenail and the nail bed.
Once the area is infected and the fungal spores are present in the old infected nail they infect the new toenail growth. This means that the fungal spores continue to affect the nail as it grows, and the damaged part of the nail does not grow out with the growth of the nail unless the new growth is protected from the old infected nail by an antifungal agent. The fungal spores can attack either the toenail and/or the nail bed. The damaged nail might have white and/or yellow spots, might be yellow or brown in colour and be weak and crumble easily. The nail may be thickened which can be painful. The nail often looks very unattractive and unhealthy. At first the toenail is normally not painful. However in time the nail thickens and then walking might become uncomfortable because the thick nail can press against the top of the shoe. Several nails might be affected or just one nail. Why or How do you get a Fungal Nail InfectionThe fungal spores can spread from the skin (if athletes foot is present) into the nail. A recently damaged nail is more likely to become infected. Fungal spores like dark, damp places and the feet are ideal area in this respect. Who can it Affect
Recommended: Scholl Fungal Nail Treatment can be very effective in killing toenail fungus. You too can have a healthier looking toenail. It is very easy to use. Just paint the nail liquid on daily for 4 weeks (file once per week), then once per week for 9-12 months to allow your damaged fungal toenail to fully grow out. Recommended: Imperial Foot Nail Mycosis Solution Imperial Nail Mycosis solution contains glycerine, jojoba oil and tea tree. This is an oily solution which is applied to the nail bed and nail once per day. The treatment can take 6 months to 1 year or longer to completely cure the nail however in some cases it will not work. See Imperial Foot Nail Mycosis Solution for further information
Other Fungal Nail Treatments Oral Medication Surgical removal of nail Other Topical Treatments Do nothing / No treatment |
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4 March, 2012