You may have a nail fungal infection — also called onychomycosis (on-i-ko-mi-KO-sis) — if one or more of your nails are: * Thickened * Brittle, crumbly or ragged* Distorted in shape* Dull, with no luster or shineA dark color, caused by debris building up under your nailInfected nails may also se... Read More

Nail fungus is more common among older adults for several reasons, including diminished blood circulation, more years of exposure to fungi and because nails may grow more slowly and thicken with aging, making them more susceptible to infection. Nail fungus also tends to affect men more than women an... Read More

Nail Fungus PreventionTo help prevent nail fungus and reduce recurrent infections, practice good hand and foot hygiene by following these steps: * Keep your nails short, dry and clean. Trim nails straight across and file down thickened areas. Thoroughly dry your hands and feet, including between you... Read More

Nail Fungus Infections: What is it?Did you know that your nails –both toe and finger- are susceptible to infections? No I’m not talking about whitlow. I am talking about infections that occur under the nails. Any kind of fungal infection that happens to your nails is usually referred to as Oncho... Read More

Nail Fungus Infections: A General Overview –Part 2Nail fungus infections are caused by various factors. It is easier for the nail to get infected when an individual is injured and when the shoes are so tight to the extent that the hoes pinch the person. It is very easy to get and contract nail fun... Read More