Toenail fungus risk from pedicures is common. In our last blog post, we talked about the risks of going to nail salons. Taking the time to check the nail salons and the technician’s credentials helps you prevent fungal infections. However, you are not still completely safe from infections when you get pedicures done. Nothing will make you 100% safe from fungal infections. If your feet or toes hurt after a pedicure, something is definitely wrong.
Why did I get infected?
Because pedicures can be invasive, you might get some cuts or grazes on your feet. If you get a cut or graze during your pedicure, the technician should stop immediately because this makes you vulnerable to infections. The wound should be cleaned with a saline solution, pat dry, and applied with a sterile bandage.
If the bottoms of your feet are sore, tender, or itchy, you might be developing an athlete’s foot. You should treat this immediately before it gets worse and spreads. This can spread to the nails and cause toenail fungus.
Early Signs of Toenail Fungus
After a pedicure, look out for ridges on your toenails. This is an early sign of developing toenail fungus. You wouldn’t be able to tell right away if you pick up an infection from a pedicure. Symptoms of toenail fungus don’t show up immediately upon contact.
If you want to avoid getting toenail fungus from pedicures, you can bring your own tools and polish to prevent contamination from other customers. You can also do your own pedicure at home. This is not only safer for your feet but also more affordable. Doing your own pedicure gives you control over how much pressure you put on your nails, lowering the risk of damage and infections.
Read our last blog post about Nail Salons and Toenail Fungus. If you have toenail fungus or its symptoms, contact us to schedule a FREE consultation with one of our doctors. We have over 150 clinics nationwide.
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 Forest Hills, 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 (917) 633-4728 our Forest Hills, NY location, or visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.
