What Can Cause Nail Fungus
Thick Toenails, a source of Fungus?
Thick toenails are often assumed to be caused by the growth of fungus under the toenails and in the toenail itself. In many cases, this assumption is correct, however there are other things that will make a toenail look thick and distorted – injury to the root of the nail can do it temporarily, while severe or repeated injury can permanently distort a nail. People who engage in sports such as soccer can experience this kind of damage. Full Article
What Causes Nail Fungus?
A handful of opportunistic fungi are the cause of toe nail fungus infection. Most of us are familiar with a few types of fungi – the green fluffy fungus that grows on old bread and stale muffins, and the powdery green or blue mold that sometimes grows on oranges. Then there are the ones we eat: mushrooms, the fungi that make cheese out of milk, and yeasts used to make bread, wine, and beer. These are friendly fungi – they are not the cause of toenail fungus. Full Article
Causes of Toenail Fungus and Fingernail Fungus
Nail fungus is unsightly, difficult to treat and difficult to prevent. This frustrates many people and leads them to taking the toxic drug Lamisil. Learn what causes nail fungus: * Trauma: when a nail is hit against something, the nail lifts from the nail bed allowing fungus to creep under the nail and set in. If the nail is protected immediately after, fungus may be prevented. Ask your doctor how to prevent bacteria and fungus from getting under your nail bed. Salt water soaks, hydrogen peroxide, betadine, gentian violet all may help. However, be careful as these can be contraindicated with certain types of trauma - especially severe trauma. Ask your doctor. Full Article
Nail Fungal Infections: A Guide to Prevention and Treatment
Nail fungus (onychomycosis) is a common problem, affecting an estimated 40 million Americans. Most susceptible are men, individuals over forty, athletes, women who use acrylic nails, and those with a family history of infections or conditions which affect circulation, such as diabetes. Some individuals may also have inherited tendencies which make them more susceptible to developing nail fungus. The culprits are called dermatophytes, and they're found virtually everywhere in the environment. These are the same organisms that cause athlete's foot - a common skin infection of the feet. full article