Fungal Infections of Toenails
A toenail infection that is caused by a fungus is called onychomycosis. Toenails are more likely to become infected than fingernails.
Anyone can get a fungal nail infection. People who frequent public swimming pools, gyms, or shower rooms; and people who perspire a great deal commonly have mold-like infections because the fungi that cause them thrive in warm, moist areas.
An infection with nail fungus may be difficult to treat, and infections may recur. But medications are available to help clear up nail fungus permanently.
Fungal nail infections are diagnosed by taking a sample of the debris under the nail. The most fungal elements are found under the nail and closest to the skin, therefore the nail should be trimmed before a sample is taken. There are two tests used to diagnose a fungal nail infection...
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