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A 45-year-old male asked:
I have a fungal infection on the left foot and the big toe nail.what should i do?
3 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeffrey Hickanswered
Dermatology 15 years experience
Antifunglas: See your physician to get a prescription antifungal medication and topical nail treatment. You can start with otc products such as Lamisil (terbinafine) and lotrimin.
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Dr. Wenjay Sunganswered
Podiatry 16 years experience
Antifungal spray: Start with antifungal spray and get a blood test for liver enzymes to see if you can take oral medication.
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Dr. David Hettingeranswered
Podiatry 38 years experience
Keep in mind...: The fda has recently come out with a blanket statement that toenail fungus can not be cured. It is 'managed' by a number of modalities, but it can always come back in the future. Oral antifungal medicines (lamisil), topical medications (formula 3), laser therapy, surgical removal, homeopathic applications (tea tree oil). Talk to a podiatrist for what will be best and most effective for you.
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Last updated Jun 26, 2014
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