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Can you use vicks for toenail fungus while pregnant ?

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Dr. Grace Torres-hodges answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Sure it's fungus?: If your toenail hasn't been checked, because you are pregnant, please make sure that what is on your toenail is a fungus and not something else. See a podiatrist. Unfortunately, Vicks won't treat toenail fungus. Fungus is an infection. It will soften the nail so that the fungus doesn't have anything to grow on; however, once you stop using it, it hasn't cured the fungus.

Answered 4/2/2016

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Dr. Kelvin Barry answered

Specializes in Podiatry

No: Vicks doesn't help toenail fungus. Use tea tree oil and/or eucalyptus.

Answered 9/23/2019

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Yes: Since it is topical it should not have any problems.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Corinne Kauderer answered

Specializes in Wound care

Vicks and nail fungi: Vicks contains menthol, camphor and eucalyptus and can be used topically on your fungal nails. You can use it only topically if you are not allergic to these products; do not consume it. Camphor is toxic for human consumption. Speak to your ob/gyn and your podiatrist for other natural remedies.

Answered 10/26/2012

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