FUNGAL NAILS
SYMPTOMS
EVALUATION
TREATMENT
SYMPTOMS
It may start from an improperly treated or undiagnosed case of athletes foot (Tinea pedis).
In time, the fungal nail slowly becomes discolored (chalky white, yellow or brown) thickened, friable and brittle.
Itching, aching or pain may occur as the nail loosens, becomes ingrown and/or thickens
EVALUATION
TREATMENT
EXAMINE, PaLPATE, PROBE AND TRIM/THIN NAIL OR TISSUE.
EXAMINE BONE ABNORMALITY SUCH AS CURLES TOE, LONG TOE, HAMMERTOE OR BUNION.
IDENTIFY UNDERLINING HEALTH ISSUES CONTRIBUTING TO NAIL CONDITION.
we can routinely cut and debride the nail fungus and
reduce thickness or temporary removal of the nail with a local
anaesthetic
here are several nonprescription and prescription anti-fungal creams that may cure the very new and mild cases.
More significant fungal nails may require an oral anti-fungal treatment that may be necessary over several months.
