Toenail fungal infections are some of the nail diseases and disorders that affect a majority of people. Today, thousands of people report toenail fungus infections. The problem begins with dermatophytes, which affects the lower layer of the toenail. This can also create a cavity on the sides of the nail. The infection spreads by eating […]
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Understanding Alternaria Toenail Fungus
Any time that a person has one or more toenails affected by toenail fungus, it is very distressing. This condition is often called onychomycosis by medical doctors. Toenail fungus makes the affected nail become deformed and discolored and the nail may eventually separate from the nailbed. There are several types of fungal organisms that will […]
The 5 Strangest Ways to Contract Toenail Fungus
Many people know that they can catch fungal infections from other people but they may not be aware of some of the strangest ways to contract toenail fungus. Toenail fungus can linger on hard surfaces, pedicure tools or inside of shoes. Here are five strange ways for people to end up with toenail fungus. 5 […]
Is Toenail Fungus Genetic?
While there is ongoing comprehensive medical research to determine whether most cases of toenail fungus are genetic in nature, physicians attribute the high prevalence of toenail fungus (onychomycosis) among family members to interfamilial transmission. This is where toenail fungus spreads among family members either directly through the sharing of personal items such as socks, or […]
