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Can my husband or children catch my nail disease?
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Unlikely: If you are talking about onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) - it is usually not communicable.
Answered 2/3/2012
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Yes and No: Fungus that affects nails (and feet) is everywhere and those that develop infection have immuns systems that make those individuals more susceptable.
Answered 10/7/2012
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