Question 1

what causes thick and brittle toe nails?

Accepted Answer

Fungus: Fungus or trauma are two of the major causes. See a podiatrist and if needed a nail biopsy could make the definite diagnosis.

Question 2

why is my 21month old toddlers toe nails brittle? it tears and break very easily.

Accepted Answer

Diet: He should have three glasses of milk, sources of lean protein and calcium in his diet. Discuss having a Vit D level, total protein and albumin lab testing. If there are growth issues, review his growth chart or upload it to an inbox Healthtap consultation for review. 
If there is a a history of chronic conditions, an evaluation by Endocrinology is suggested.

Question 3

toe nails splitting down the middle=what is cause, what is cure?

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Could be: Caused by trauma or nail fungus or many other things.  See your podiatrist for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 4

quickest way to cure fungus infected toe nails?

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Laser: Yag laser can have the quickest effect but there is no proof the results will last more than 1-2 years. The usual treatment is oral Lamisil (terbinafine) for 3 months with the effect occurring over one year.

Question 5

this is about foot, my toe nails are discoloration i have tried everything in the store to cure it but all my results were not good , is there anything else  you think that would help my feet ?

Accepted Answer

Can't say: To get the most from this site you need to provide detailed information about your problem along with a clear related question. Here your description is vague. You have not provided a timeline, the type of discoloration, what you have tried, a possible cause or any other detail. Without actually examining the feet/nails &amp; more info little can be advised. I'd just have it evaluated.

Question 6

amorolfine hasn't cured fungus of toe nails. been using it for 4 months. should i wash feet daily or change my shoes?

Accepted Answer

Wash feet: daily and change your shoes and see if slow improvement occurs.

Question 7

why are my toe nails white and pink?

Accepted Answer

White could: Always be fungus but pink? I assume you don't have old nail polish on?

Question 8

my toe nails have rings... what does it mean?

Accepted Answer

I am : Not sure what you mean by rings but it sounds like you have a fungus.

Question 9

what does stripe lines on your toe nails mean?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the color: And direction.  Transverse white lines can be fungal or a minor injury; longitudinal white lines may be damage to the nail plate; a dark line can be normal, especially in dark-skinned people, or it could be a melanoma.  There needs to be more information and examination to answer more accurately.

Question 10

why would toe nails be yellewish brown and course?

Accepted Answer

Nail fungus: Nail fungus (caused by dermatophytes) is a very common problem and difficult to treat.  Over the counter meds may help but a cure may be elusive. 2 different oral medications prescibed by a  physician are available : Lamisil (terbinafine) (or generic) or sporonox. The cure rate with the 'pills' is only 70% , however. The duration of treatment is 3 months and the liver has to be 'checked' with blood tests.

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Why is my 21month old toddlers toe nails brittle? it tears and break very easily.

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Toe nails splitting down the middle=what is cause, what is cure?

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Quickest way to cure fungus infected toe nails?

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This is about foot, my toe nails are discoloration i have tried everything in the store to cure it but all my results were not good , is there anything else you think that would help my feet ?

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Amorolfine hasn't cured fungus of toe nails. been using it for 4 months. should i wash feet daily or change my shoes?

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Why are my toe nails white and pink?

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My toe nails have rings... what does it mean?

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What does stripe lines on your toe nails mean?

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Why would toe nails be yellewish brown and course?

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