Medically known as Onychomycosis, Toenail Fungus can be embarrassing, irritating, and in some cases, painful. Also, dealing with toenail fungus is extremely difficult. It can be a result of trauma where the nail lifts from the nailbed and allows fungal spores to infect the area. If not treated, the fungus grows and spreads. The fungus thrives in dark, warm, and moist environments like sweaty socks and shoes.
Symptoms of Toenail Fungus include:
- Yellow or brown discoloration of the nail
- Deformed nails
- Thickening of the nail
- Brittle or crumbling nails
- Streaks or spots on the nail
- Foul odor coming from the nail
If you notice any of these symptoms or you see signs that toenail fungus may be developing on your nails, consult with a podiatrist. Also, if you have an underlying health condition like diabetes, you should regularly see a podiatrist to look out for changes in your nails. Changes in the nail can indicate you have any serious health issues.
Dealing with Toenail fungus is difficult because it does not go away on its own. As a result, it only gets worse when you ignore it. To treat toenail fungus, a podiatrist may prescribe you oral medication. Unfortunately, oral medication for toenail fungus has dangerous side effects on the liver. The oral medication is taken for about 6-8 weeks and you should get regular blood tests.
Best Treatment to Get rid of Toenail Fungus
Laser Treatment for toenail fungus is the best way to deal with fungal nail infections. Using the Pinpointe Laser typically requires only 1 treatment to get rid of the fungus on your toenails. Therefore, this allows your toenail to grow back healthy and fungus-free. It is quick, painless, and does not have any harmful side effects.
Overall, the best way to deal with Toenail fungus is prevention. Even if you already got the treatment done, it does not mean you are immune to fungal infections. Fungal spores are present in the environment and you can get reinfected. Practice good foot hygiene: wash and dry feet regularly, change socks and shoes regularly, and keep toenails healthy and trimmed. Furthermore, after treatment, the doctor may recommend antifungal products to protect your nail from fungal spores.
If you have toenail fungus or see its symptoms, do not let it get worse. contact us to schedule a free consultation with one of our doctors. We have over 150 Toenail Fungus Treatment Clinics in the United States and Canada, including San Francisco, CA.
