Noble Park Podiatry
Noble Park Podiatry

FUNGAL INFECTION OF THE NAILS (ONYCHOMYCOSIS)

This condition results in the nails becoming thickened, yellow and opaque. Gradually the nails become deformed, discoloured and crumbly. A nail scrapping taken by your GP or podiatrist can confirm the presence of fungus under a microscope or by culturing.

Treatment:

  • topical medications (paints and creams)
  • regular nail cutting and filing to allow effective application of local fungicides
  • Oral anti-fungal in widespread and severe cases.

 

 

 

 

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