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Laser Treatment Fungal Toenails - Podiatrist Kingwood, Atascocita and Livingston, TX - Stephen Eichelsdorfer, DPM
Dr. Stephen Eichelsdorfer of Town Center Foot and Ankle discusses Laser Treatments for Fungal Toenails.
Fungal Nails
Onychomycosis, fungal infection of the nail, is often ignored because the infection can be present for years without causing any type of pain. The disease is characterized by a progressive change in a toenail's color and quality, which is often embarrassing and ugly.
Actually, the condition is an infection that occurs underneath the surface of the nail caused by fungi. When the tiny organisms take hold, the nail often becomes foul smelling and darker in color. White marks frequently appear on the nail plate, debris may collect underneath the nail plate, and the infection is capable of spreading to other toenails, the skin, or even the fingernails. If this condition is ignored, the infection can spread and possibly impair one's ability to walk or work. This happens because the resulting thicker nails are difficult to trim and make walking painful when wearing footwear. It is important to note that onychomycosis can also be accompanied by a secondary bacterial or yeast infection in or about the nail plate.
Because of the difficulty involved with avoiding contact with microscopic organisms like fungi, the toenails are especially vulnerable around damp areas where people are likely to be walking barefoot; for example, swimming pools, showers, and locker rooms. Injury or trauma to the nail bed may make it more susceptible to all types of infection, including fungal infection. Those who suffer from chronic diseases, such as circulatory problems, diabetes, or immune-deficiency conditions, are especially prone to experiencing fungal nails. Other contributing factors may be a history of athlete's foot and excessive perspiration of the foot.
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Wow, I had no idea this was such an issue. I have always wanted to get some laser treatment of fungal nails in Crystal Lake. My toe nails are nasty.
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