Many people begin to face issues with their nails but are unsure of whether they are symptoms of nail fungus. This can be a problem because when symptoms of nail fungus go unnoticed or ignored, the infection can worsen over time. So it is important to be able to recognize the symptoms of nail fungus when they arise. So, today we will address some of the symptoms.
The most common symptoms of nail fungus include thick, yellow nails. As the fungal infection develops, the nails become thickened and can become discolored to appear yellow or even darker, like brown or black. The darkening of the nail occurs because of the buildup of debris under the nail. The nail can also become brittle and crumbly. Another symptom of nail fungus is that the nail may curl up or become a distorted shape, or even detach from the nail. Others still observe a foul odor. One of the symptoms of nail fungus most difficult to ignore is that your nails may become painful. Some people are able to go years without any pain until it suddenly worsens to become frequently and unbearably painful.
Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus
If you have caught nail fungus, it can be easily treated using the FDA-approved PinPointe laser, which 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 Tampa, 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 or visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.
