Question 1

what are the signs of a toe nail fungus?

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See below: thickening of the nail, color changes, brittleness

Question 2

can nail fungus be cured?

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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 3

how do you get nail fungus?

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Several ways: Are you referring to fingernails?  If so, over exposure to water, nail damage, manicures as well.
Toenail fungus can occur from dampness (wearing boots constantly), nail damage, genetics (autosomal dominant).

Question 4

how can you cure nail fungus?

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Many treatments: Nail fungus can be treated with topical medication, oral medication, laser, removal of toenail.

Question 5

what can i use for nail fungus?

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Nail fungus: First thing is make sure that you have a nail fungus because the treatment is a tab every day for 3 months called lamisil (terbinafine).

Question 6

how can a nail fungus be detected?

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Culture to confirm: Fungal infections are usually diagnosed by the clinical signs: thickened and disfigured nail, pain, etc. For confirmation, a nail clipping or filing can be cultured for presence of a fungus.

Question 7

what type dr can diagnose nail fungus?

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Many options: Nail fungus diagnosis can be confirmed by a simple nail biopsy. Almost any dr can do this.  See a podiatrist, dermatologist, or your primary care physician.

Question 8

nail fungus since i was a kid, what to do?

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GET A CULTURE: That's a long time. You should see a podiatrist; they can take some nail clippings, and test them to see if it is indeed a fungus. Then, recommend a treatment plan.

Sincerely,
Dr. Latva

Question 9

what's the best way to treat a nail fungus?

Accepted Answer

Laser treatment: There are many topical treatments which are virtually ineffective.  Oral medications can have serious side effects and have to be monitored with regular blood tests.  Find a podiatrist that performs laser surgery as the success rate is very high with no ill-toward side effects.

Question 10

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.

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