Question 1

can nail fungus be cured?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: The more extensive the nail involvement the more difficult it is to cure. Oral medications are about 60 per cent effective and take 1 year for thr nail to grow out. Lasers can be used but it is unclear if the results will last beyond 2 years. A safe alternative to oral medications which works in a subgroup is oral olive leaf extract.

Question 2

nail fungus what home remedyis there for it?

Accepted Answer

Vicks/ Manuka oil: Some of my patients swear by vicks, applied directly to your nails with a q tip. Another natural remedy is manuka oil. Tougher to find, and definitely more expensive than vicks.

Question 3

is exoderil cure for nail fungus?

Accepted Answer

Onychomycosis: Topical agents should be limited to cases involving less than half of the distal nail plate or for patients unable to tolerate systemic treatment. Agents available in the United States include ciclopirox olamine 8% and efinaconazole 10% nail solutions. Amorolfine and bifonazole/urea are available outside of the United States. Exoderil can be used topically, but may not be entirely effectuve,

Question 4

can my nail fungus spread to my baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes it can, i would try and get rid of the condition as soon as possible.

Question 5

nail fungus - how can i take them off my nails?

Accepted Answer

See a podiatrist: If you have a fungal nail infection, prescribed topical and/or oral medications can be used to address it. Some doctors offer laser treatment for nail fungus, but its indication is more for improving the appearance of the nail, rather than curing the infection.  Surgical options are available for more severe infections.

Question 6

how would doctors recommend i treat nail fungus?

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A few: To cure a nail fungus, see a podiatrist to discuss your medical and surgical options.  Home remedies include:

vick's vaporub
listerine mouthwash
tea tree oil

they might help the appearance a little, but usually does not cure the infection. On the plus side they are cheap, and will cause no harm. Prescribed medications have the best chance for cure. These can be stubborn infections to treat.

Question 7

i have nail fungus. is there any remedy for this?

Accepted Answer

There are many: There are over the counter medications, there are natural home remedies, there is prescription mendication, there is laser treatment.

Unfortunately there is not a guaranteed remedy.

Question 8

how to treat nail fungus? what to do or use fast?

Accepted Answer

By mouth: Lets start first by saying topicals don't work.. Despite what ads and commercials may tell you. Several oral preparations are available such as itraconazole, terbinafine and fluconazole. Personally i like Fluconazole (and its the cheapest too) which can be pulsed weekly at 150-300mg for 3-6 months for fingernails...6-12 for toenails.

Question 9

what do you advise if i'm in china and i'm just infected by nail fungus,,,which chinese anti fungus medicine is ok for me to cure?

Accepted Answer

Nail fungus: There are few really effective topical agents for nail  fungus .  Nail fungus doesn't happen right away , so if you have arrived in china recently , you had it when you left .  Seek help from the american consulate - perhaps there is an american doc there that can help .  There is no way we can know what  agents are available there  - or if they are even safe .

Question 10

been wearing fake nails for over 6months, just got them off and lady said something about nail fungus under 2 if my nails, do i need to worry? action?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The adhesive used to maintain fake nails for over 6 months duration can damage the nail plate and make it susceptible to pick up a fungus or other infection.  Fungus is everywhere and if it finds a weak area, it will begin to infiltrate.  Have the nails examined to determine if the nails are damaged or infected.  If infected, treatment can include oral or topical medication or laser treatment.

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I have nail fungus. is there any remedy for this?

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What do you advise if i'm in china and i'm just infected by nail fungus,,,which chinese anti fungus medicine is ok for me to cure?

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