Fungal Nails (Onychomycosis)
What are Fungal Nails (Onychomycosis)?
Understanding the condition
Fungal nails, also known as onychomycosis, are a common form of toenail fungus caused by fungi that thrive in warm, moist environments.
This toenail infection often results in thick toenails, yellow toenails, discolored toenails, brittle toenails, or cracked toenails, making the nails appear unhealthy and damaged.
In advanced cases, fungal nails (onychomycosis) may cause pain, odor, or separation of the nail from the nail bed, and the infection can spread to nearby nails or surrounding skin. Early fungal toenail treatment, nail fungus treatment, or other onychomycosis treatments are essential to restore healthy toenails and help prevent recurrence.
When to suspect an Fungal Nail?
Signs & Symptoms
Thickened or brittle toenails
Yellow, brown, or white nail discoloration
Crumbly or distorted nail shape
How We Diagnose Fungal Nails
Diagnosis of fungal nails (onychomycosis) begins with a careful visual examination of the affected nail and surrounding tissue. Dr. Malek Abu Al Nadi, a toenail fungus specialist and foot & ankle specialist, may take a nail sample for microscopic or laboratory testing to confirm toenail fungus and identify the specific type of toenail infection involved.
This comprehensive evaluation helps determine the most appropriate fungal toenail treatment, nail fungus treatment, or other onychomycosis treatments for each patient. Because conditions such as psoriasis or nail trauma can resemble onychomycosis, an accurate diagnosis is essential to achieve healthy, long-lasting results.
How are Fungal Nails treated?
How We Heal Fungal Nails
- Topical antifungal medications applied directly to the nail surface
- Oral antifungal medications for stubborn or widespread infections
- Laser therapy to destroy fungal organisms deep within the nail
- Regular nail debridement (thinning and trimming thickened nails) to reduce pressure and improve appearance
How is surgery performed?
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