Who is prone to getting nail fungus? Currently, one out of ten people in the US is affected by fungal nail infection. Although anyone can get a nail fungus, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) mentions that some people are more likely to get the nail fungus.

Including those with the following conditions

  • Nail injury
    • The fungus can go into your nail through a small crack on the nail. When you are injured your nail, you are more susceptible to fungal nail infection.
  • Diabetes
    • Diabetic people tend to have a lower immune system and low blood circulation.
  • Weak immune system
  • Low blood circulation
  • Athlete’s foot
    • An athlete’s foot is a fungal infection on your foot, meaning that your toenail is more likely to be exposed to fungi.

Fungal Infections

First of all, the infection is caused by a microscopic organism called fungi.

One way of getting a nail fungus is skin-to-skin contact with people who already have it or other fungal infections on their skin such as Athlete’s foot.

Another way of getting fungi in your nails is through objects. You can get nail fungus by walking barefoot in a warm and moist area such as a public pool, or by sharing an infected nail clipper or shoes.

In addition to those conditions above, simply age can be a factor too – older adults are more prone to get fungal nail infections.

If you have these conditions above, be extra careful with the fungal nail infection. If you notice any changes in your nails, ask your doctor immediately.

Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus

As you can see, tips for healthy feet without nail fungus can be easy to find. Furthermore, if you have caught nail fungus, it can be easily treated using the FDA-approved PinPointe laser. It typically only takes on treatment. Other treatments like topical solutions and oral medication are not as effective. Topical solutions have a very low cure rate. This is because the solution does not penetrate all the way through the nail bed.  This is because it can lead to liver toxicity. You would need to have consistent blood tests throughout the course of taking the medication. 

Our nail doctor in Freeport, NY recommends this treatment for toenail fungus. The PinPointe Laser treatment has the highest cure rate in the market. It has no side effects and no recovery period. As a result, you can go about your daily activities right after the treatment. Also, there’s no pain. If you have any signs of nail fungus, call us at (800) 672-0625 our Freeport, NY location. Visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.