OVERVIEW

One common nail illness is nail fungus. It starts under the nail or toenail tip as a white or yellow-brown patch. The nail may become thicker, disintegrate at the edge, and change color as the fungal infection spreads deeper. Multiple nails may be impacted by nail fungus.

You might not need treatment if your ailment is minor and is not causing you any discomfort. Self-care techniques and medicines may be helpful if your nail fungus is uncomfortable and causing thicker nails. But nail fungus frequently returns, even when treatment is effective. Even with a successful course of therapy, nail fungus frequently returns and needs to be continuously managed.

SYMPTOMS

The signs and symptoms of toe nail fungus may include the following:

• Thickened
• Discolored
• Brittle, crumbly or ragged
• Misshapen
• Separated from the nail bed
• Smelly

CAUSES

Numerous fungal species (fungi) are the cause of nail fungus. The most prevalent kind is known as dermatophyte. Nail infections can also be caused by molds, bacteria, and yeast. Bacterial infections typically cause green or black staining.

Both a fungal infection of the nail and a fungal infection of the foot (athlete’s foot) have the potential to spread. Additionally, you may contract the infection by coming into contact with areas where fungi can flourish, including the tile floor at a fitness center or inside of damp, dark shoes.

TREATMENT

Available treatments we offer, include but are not limited to:

• Ciclopirox topical solution (no lab required)