How common is nail fungus? Nail fungal infections, or the word “Onychomycosis” may be unfamiliar to you, but it is actually quite common throughout the world (not only in the United States!). According to the 2014 study (link), the prevalence of nail fungal infection was reported as below. Infected with Nail Fungus Europe 23% East [...]
What is the most common cause of nail fungus? Trichophyton rubrum (T. rubrum) is a fungus that colonizes the upper layer of dead skin. It is one of the most common causes of fungal nail infection, athlete’s foot (fungal infection of feet), and ringworm (fungal infection of the skin). - about 80% of fungal infections [...]
There are three stages of nail fungus. Fungal toenail infection usually begins as fungus gets in through the crack of the nail. Once the toenail gets infected, it starts changing its appearance. Toenail fungus is usually painless, but sometimes it causes pain and discomfort in your toe. The appearance of the infected nail differs depending [...]
Why is nail fungus common in athletes? Although everyone has the possibility to get a fungal nail infection, athletes are more likely to get toenail fungus than others. Knowing the reasons why athletes are more prone to toenail fungus will help you understand the cause of fungal nail infection and how to prevent it. Here [...]
