What Are Fungus Nails and How To Treat Them

Around 3 out of 1000 individuals will develop fungus nails in their lifetime. Fungus nails, also known as onychomycosis is the most common cause of nail disease. This can affect the fingernails or toe nail, but the toe nails are more commonly affected.

Toe nails get easily infected by fungus because the feet have poorer circulation compared to the fingers. Usually, blood and other bodily fluids pool to our feet and legs especially when we come of age. This is because of the valves found on our leg veins tend to fail hence the varicose veins and poor circulation. Poor foot circulation means less blood going through the feet, this makes the it difficult for the immune system to reach the tip of our toes where the fungus thrives. Also, most of the time our feet are enclosed in shoes and this makes it an ideal place for the fungus to grow since it is moist, dark and warm.

Fungus are opportunistic organisms and actually they’re always there, waiting for the time when the immune system is low and then they start to flourish. Fungus are also very contagious, common places to get fungus are in communal showers especially in locker rooms and public swimming pools. In fact, fungus are everywhere: on the floor, ground, ceiling – literally everywhere, all of which are waiting for the right conditions for them to grow.

Signs and symptoms are a discolored, thickened, and distorted nail. Usually colored yellow, the nails become rough and can be dislodged or separated from the nail bed. Fungus nails are typically painless but in some cases, the nail can chip or break and puncture the skin. This can irritate the skin and cause local inflammation which can bring about considerable pain.

Fungus nail treatment is difficult since the fungal growth is within the nails. Topical medications may take months to years to take effect since the medication cannot reach the source of the growth. 

Keryflex Nail Restoration System is the modern way to treat unsightly fungus nails. In just 15 minutes after treatment, all nails will be restored absolutely pain free. Patients can enjoy immediate relief and wear their favorite flip flops on their way out the clinic. 

For more information please visit www.familyfootandlegcenter.com or contact:  

Clinical Director: Kevin Lam DPM

Company Name: Family Foot & Leg Center, P.A.

Company Address: 661 Goodlette Road, Suite 103

12250 Tamiami Trail East, Suite 101

Naples, FL

Work Phone: 239 430 3668