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Fungal Nail Infections

Fungal Nail Infections
Fungal nail infections are one of the most common fungal infections, and they affect up to 14% of the general population. These infections are responsible for causing discoloured, brittle, and thick toe- and fingernails in both men and women.

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Nail Fungus

Fungal nail infections, also known as onychomycosis, are extremely common. These infections are caused by dermatophyte fungi like Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, or Candida albicans, and affect toenails more commonly than fingernails.

The leading predisposing risk factor for developing onychomycosis is advanced age, which is reported to be 18.2% in patients between 60 and 79 years of age, compared to 0.7% in patients younger than 19 years of age. Nevertheless, fungal nail infections can affect men and women of all ages.

While these infections are curable, treating them can be a prolonged process if they are left untreated for too long.

Speak with your doctor if you suspect you have a fungal nail infection, as the initial step towards recovery starts with positive diagnosis. Once an infection is established, Bodyvie offers safe and effective in-house laser treatments that eliminate fungal cells within the nail bed, without damaging the surrounding tissues.

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SYMPTOMS of Fungal Nail Infections

Symptoms include the discolouration of the nails, where nails can either turn white or yellow. Additionally, nails may thicken, and become brittle and prone to breaking. Fungal nail infections can also induce significant discomfort during walking and swelling around the affected nail.

It’s worth noting that individuals with fungal toenail infections often concurrently experience a fungal skin infection on the foot, particularly between the toes, commonly referred to as athlete’s foot.

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CAUSES of Fungal Nail Infections

  • Various fungi that live in the environment

Prevention of Fungal Nail Infections

If you suspect you have a fungal nail infection, it's essential to speak with your doctor, as a positive diagnosis is the first step towards recovery.

  • Treat athlete’s foot as soon as possible
  • Keep your hands & feet clean and dry
  • Wear clean cotton socks to allow feet to "breathe"
  • Wear footwear in pool areas & locker rooms
  • Ensure your towels are washed regularly
  • Clip your nails to keep them short
  • Don’t share nail clippers with other people
  • Replace old footwear that could be contaminated with fungi
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