Fingernail Fungus Infections

18

Aug

Four Classic Types of Onychomycosis

Four Classic Types of Onychomycosis
Onychomycosis is the medical term used to reference nail fungal infections. It is caused by dermatophytes (i.e., fungi), nondermatophytic mold, and Candida. Out of all nail afflictions, fungal infections are the most common and make up about half of all nail abnormalities. Although this ailment may ...

17

Aug

The Basic Composition of Nails

The Basic Composition of Nails
Nails are composed of keratin, which is a protein that is also present in our hair and skin. The nail bed requires a good blood supply to continually produce keratin. The density of keratin in hair and nails is due to the fact that this protein contains a substantial amount of sulphur atoms. ...

11

Aug

Nail Fungus Statistics

Nail Fungus Statistics
Nail fungus is an embarrassing problem that many people go out of their way to hide from others. Most people stricken with this ailment often feel alone in their suffering. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth – people suffering from nail fungal infections are far from alone. ...

08

Aug

Is it Safe to Cut Your Cuticles?

Is it Safe to Cut Your Cuticles?
Whether you should cut your cuticles or not is a long debated issue. Cuticles are made up of the soft strip of skin that appears at the base of each fingernail and toenail. Most individuals that cut their cuticles typically do so as part of a beauty routine, such as a manicure or pedicure. Others do...

04

Aug

Nail Fungus Complications

Nail Fungus Complications
Practically everyone is at risk of contracting a nail fungus infection either on the fingernails or toenails. You are at greater risk if you have repeated exposure to water and moist places such as locker rooms, public showers, community swimming pools, the beach, etc. Nail fungus thrives in dark, m...

03

Aug

What Causes Brittle Nails?

What Causes Brittle Nails?
There is no singular cause of fragile nails. This is a common concern that affects both toenails and fingernails, so let’s look at the most likely culprits. First off, it’s important to understand that there is a link between weak nails and age. Our nails weaken as we age; therefore, it i...

01

Aug

Fingernail Fungus Infections

Fingernail Fungus Infections
Millions of men and women suffer from onychomycosis, the medical term for a nail fungal infection. While this type of condition can affect both the fingernails and toenails, it is a greater misfortune to experience it in your fingernails, since this part of the body is more visible to the world. ...

26

Jul

Nail Fungus and Your Appearance

Nail Fungus and Your Appearance
We measure good health in several different ways. Among these is the presence of healthy fingernails. Not only do they indicate that the rest of your body is healthy, but that you invest in proper hygiene. Clean and healthy nails help impart a good appearance, which is important because part of our ...

26

Jul

Have You Used Apple Cider Vinegar On Nail Fungus Infections?

Have You Used Apple Cider Vinegar On Nail Fungus Infections?
There is a large population of people today that prefer to use natural home solutions to treat all kinds of ailments. Among these is the use of apple cider vinegar to help fight nail fungus infections. It’s crucial to understand, that although vinegar may aid you in some ways, there are other nail...

22

Jul

Cornmeal for Toenail Fungus?

Cornmeal for Toenail Fungus?
Many folks have suggested a wide assortment of home remedies for fighting toenail fungus – everything from baking soda and vinegar to tea tree oil and bleach. One of the more obscure remedies involves using cornmeal.               ...
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