Onychomycosis is the clinical name for the common problem known as nail fungus. This is a growth of fungus on the nail bed, beneath the nails. It can occur in either fingernails or toenails, but is far more common in the toenails. This is because the feet are regularly covered with socks...
The fungus can also occur in fingernails. Starts at the end or side of the toenail. The infection gradually spreads toward the cuticle. Usually painless unless there are skin changes or injury to the nail bed or if shoes press on the thick nail. Athlete’s foot. Some people will also ...
Tea tree oil is also called melaleuca oil. It is toxic if taken or all. It has antiseptic as well as antifungal properties that help a lot in the treatment of various infection. These properties of toenail fungus. This oil is also used to treat other kinds of infection. You can a mixtu...
We swear by our non-thermal cold laser device in treating toenail fungus in our practice. It’s called Lunula Laser and it’s made by Erchonia. It’s the first of its kind and the only non-thermal cold laser device to get FDA market clearance to treat onychomycosis. This is likely than...
LamisilAT® is used more often to treat fungus that affects the fingernails or toenails (onychomycosis). Common side effects include stomach upset (diarrhea, gas, nausea, stomach pain), headache, dizziness, mild skin rash, itching or even unpleasant/unusual taste or loss of taste in the ...
When this is the cause, it’s called Tinea unguium or onychomycosis, which leads to around 90% of fungal infections. Fungus is contagious, and you can catch it from others or an infected surface. If you don’t treat it quickly, it can move to other toes or your fingernails. You can ...
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Whether out of concern for your fingernails' health or just out of habit, you've probably used a nail file at some point. Filing your nails is a good way to manage any chips and jagged edges that result from broken nails and the demands you put on your hands daily. But aside from fi...
Now that you know what causes nails to peel and how to treat them, here are eightways to keep your nails from peeling, to begin with. Eat nutrient-dense foods:Boost your intake ofiron- and biotin-rich foodslike avocado, whole grains, eggs, cauliflower, and lean meats. Lean meats, in ...
I went online, again, to research bedbugs, mite bites, body lice, etc. anything that could give me a clue as to what might be happening to me and how to treat it. I am getting bites around my ears and neck…sometimes on my head and legs. I had what the ER Dr. said was ringwo...