Nail fungus is a fungal infection that causes your nails to yellow, thicken, and become friable. Because it is an infection that can not only reach the nail bed, but also its root, it will remain in your nail even if you remove the affected portion. Aside from being an esthetic issue, it is also a health problem. In fact, if left untreated, this infection can easily spread to the entire nail and even contaminate the rest of the foot.

 

Toenails can take up to a year to fully regrow. Therefore, treatment for nail fungus can be time-consuming. If you believe that you suffer from this infection, it is critical to begin treatment as soon as possible.

 

There are numerous treatment options for nail fungus depending on your overall medical condition, as well as the severity of your fungal nail infection. If necessary, your podiatrist can analyze a piece of your nail by sending it to a laboratory to determine which fungus is causing your infection and prescribe the appropriate treatment.

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To treat your infection, your podiatrist may prescribe an anti-fungal solution to be applied to your nails on a daily basis. Anti-fungal pills may also be envisioned to treat your nail fungus infection in severe cases. However, it is important to note that oral medication can have certain side effects.

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Due to the fact that nail fungus thickens your nails, it can be difficult to cut them at home. It is also renders any medication you are using to be less effective. As a result, if you use a prescribed drug, you should see your podiatrist regularly to have your nails trimmed and thinned to potentialize your treatment plan.