5 Ways to Treat Nail Fungus
How to Cure Nail Fungus
A fungal nail infection, onychomycosis, is a common infection that affects the fingernails and toenails, causing them to become, thick, discolored and more prone to cracking and breaking. Fungal nail infections are contagious and often spread from one nail to several others. In this article we will discuss how to cure nail fungus, including home treatments, oral and topical antifungal medications, photodynamic therapy and surgery.
Symptoms of Nail Fungus
Symptoms of nail fungus vary in severity and may include:
Nail discoloration (white, yellow, or brown).
Nail thickening.
Nail cracking.
Nail fragility.
Nail distortion.
Nail pain (in severe cases).
Slight foul odor.
Fungal skin infection of the foot, commonly between the toes (may accompany a fungal toenail infection).
While fungal nail infections can infect fingernails and toenails, toenails are more commonly affected.
Treatment Options for Nail Fungus
Unfortunately, fungal nail infections are difficult to treat, often taking several months to a