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Summary: 6 Little Known Facts About Nail Fungus Infections
Most people know that nail fungus infections are caused by, wait for it, a fungus. But few realise that it is caused by the same fungus as causes Athlete’s foot. Unfortunately once the fungus spreads from the skin between the toes, in the case of Athletes foot, and invades the nail it becomes far harder [...]
6 Little Known Facts About Nail Fungus Infections
pMost people know that nail fungus infections are caused by, wait for it, a fungus. But few realise that it is caused by the same fungus as causes Athletes foot. Unfortunately once the fungus spreads from the skin between the toes, in the case of Athletes foot, and invades the nail it becomes far harder to treat. Athletes foot can normally be cleared up in a matter of days. a hrefhttpfungusfacts.comchartcomparingdifferentnailfungustreatmentoptionsNail fungus treatmenta requires many months of persistent therapy. If more people knew the link between Athletes foot and nail fungus dont you think they would be quicker to treat Athletes foot Here are 5 other facts about nail fungus that everyone should know.br br a hrefhttpfungusfacts.comNail fungusa rarely clears up on its own. It is relentlessly progressive and without treatment will continue to spread across he nail towards the cuticle. If it manages to get underneath the nail it can cause the nail to detach completely from the base.br br Nail fungus is contracted through direct or indirect contact with an infected person. One of the easiest way to pick up the disease is by walking barefoot in public gyms, showers and changing rooms. Its also possible to get infected at the manicurist or pedicurist if nail instruments are not sterilised between clients.br br Oral treatments such as Diflucan and Sporonox are available on prescription but have been linked to side effects such as liver damage. As a result most people start their treatment using topical antifungal products such as Funginix or Zetaclear. br br Toenails are more likely to become affected than fingernails as they spend more time in shoes and socks in the dark, airless and occasionally damp conditions in which fungi can flourish. br br Approximately 1 person in 10 will have nail fungus with incidence rates rising with age, presumably due to poorer circulation at the extremities and weakening immune systems. People who suffer from sweaty feet have a higher prevalence rate as do Athletes.p
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