Nail Fungus - No Need To Keep Living With The Infection
Nail disorders are rarely disabling or even painful. But they
are a nuisance. One of the most common problems is toenail
fungus (medical name onychomysosis)-about 15% of people have it,
including nearly half of those over 70. This infection has
received a great deal of press and advertisement time, as there
are finally therapies that actually successfully eradicate these
infections. A fast overview of the disease can really help us to
get rid of it. The body normally hosts a variety of
microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi. Some of these are
useful to the body. Others may multiply rapidly and form
infections. Fungi can live on the dead tissues of the hair,
nails, and outer skin layers. An infection of nail fungus
(called-onychomycosis) occurs when fungi infect one or more of
your nails. Onychomycosis usually begins as a white or yellow
spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. This commonly
affects toe nails rather than finger nails. The infection
actually eats your skin and nail, so it can continue growing and
may spread to other nails. Your nails may look "different," be
so thick they're hard to trim, and may cause you discomfort,
pain or tenderness that disrupts daily activities.The prevalence
of onychomycosis is about 15% in the adult population.
Infections of nail fungus account for about half of all nail
disorders. These infections usually develop on nails continually
exposed to warm, moist environments, such as sweaty shoes or
shower floors. nail infections may be difficult to treat and may
recur often.
What are the symptoms of nail infection ?
Anyone can get a fungal nail infection. They are especially
common in people with diabetes or circulation problems. Children
hardly ever get fungal nail infections. Primarily you may see,
smell, or feel a nail fungus infection once it takes hold.