Similar conditions to nail fungus are common. Though nail fungus is one of the most common nail conditions affecting 3 million people in the US, your symptoms might also be indications of other nail conditions.
Below are the top 7 nail conditions similar to nail fungus.
- Lines and ridges are large grooves around the nail.
- Senile Nails: Brittle nails, ridges, separated layers at the end of the nail. More common
- Discolored nails: May be caused by nail fungus, melanoma, pseudomonas, or hematoma. Check out our last blog to see what the colors of your nails mean here.
- Psoriasis: Nail matrix is affected which is the skin under the nail which is where the nail grows. Can cause nails to look tan
- Paronychia: When the cuticle is inflamed or irritated causing swelling and redness of the nails caused by the bacteria. As a result, it might also cause yeast growth
- Chronic nail trauma: When constant and sudden activity causes damage to the nails during sudden stopping, running, kicking, or other sports. Changes in the nail may look like nail fungus.
Onychomycosis is a common type of nail condition. Begins with discoloration, and will also lead to thickened nails and flakey. Check out our blog on signs of nail fungus to determine what are the symptoms of onychomycosis otherwise known as nail fungus here.
If you suspect that you have nail fungus, contact us to schedule a free consultation with one of our doctors. They can diagnose your case and give you advice on how to treat your condition.
Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus
As you can see, tips for healthy feet without nail fungus can be easy to find. 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 Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL location. Visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.
