Nail fungus is a common condition that usually presents in mid-life or later years, a nasty little problem that can be embarrassing, unsightly, and even painful. Fungal infections develop slowly over time and can be a difficult condition to treat, often causing permanent damage to the nails and possibly nail loss. Once a fungal infection […]

Healthy looking nails are often the sign of good overall health. Fungal infections tend to appear in individuals with compromised immune systems, so it’s important to treat nail fungus swiftly to avoid complications, especially in diabetics and immunosuppressed people. Luckily, keeping your nails free from fungal infections is relatively simple when you take the right […]

Nail fungus is a condition that affects many millions worldwide and can be difficult to treat. Prescription oral medications like terbinafine, fluconazole, and itraconazole can have harsh and serious side effects, and over the counter products tend to be ineffective except in the mildest cases. Fortunately, because so many people suffer from nail fungal infections, […]

Nail fungal infections were once dismissed as purely cosmetic, but now doctors are beginning to realize that these infections can cause serious health complications. Nail fungus is especially common in people with compromised immune systems, diabetes or circulation problems, and these individuals may be especially at risk of developing serious health complications. Fortunately, doctors are […]

Nail fungus infections can be characterized as a progressive and recurring condition that develops rather slowly and can be difficult to eliminate. The medical term for nail fungus is “onychomycosis” (on-ih-ko-my-KO-sis), and symptoms generally include thickened discoloured nails, often ridged and flecked by white dots. The disease usually begins when debris enters the nail plate […]

Nail fungus infections are one of the most common types of fungal infections, affecting almost 30 million Americans. Although most people tend to put fungal and bacterial infections into the same category, fungi are actually much more like plants than bacteria, covering a huge range of very different looking varieties. Many people – probably you […]

All of us have had a nail fungal infection at one time or another. Let’s face it, nail fungal infections are very common, and when they strike, the physical signs are hard to miss. The most obvious symptoms of nail fungus are brittle nail texture and a yellow discoloration. If your nails are hit with […]

Fungal infections are very common, affecting almost 30 million Americans. Nail fungus is made up of tiny organisms (Tinea Unguium) that can infect fingernails and toenails. The types of nail fungus differ in their pattern of growth. Of the two types of nail fungus, toenail fungus infections occur more frequently and are often harder to […]