Nail fungal infection

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What is a fungal infection?

Nail fungal infections are typically caused by a fungus that belongs to a group of fungi called dermatophytes. But yeasts and molds also can be responsible for nail fungal infections.

Nail fungal infection
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A nail fungal infection can cause the nail to become thick or ragged and appear yellow, green, brown or black in color. An infected nail may even separate from the nail bed....
Causes ...

Nail injury
Nail fungal infection
Chronic nail biting
Anxiety - a common cause of nail biting.
Beau's lines
Respiratory disorders
Paronychnia - causes redness or pain at fingertip or nail.

Skin and nail fungal infections (e.g., athlete's foot) generally are treated with antifungal creams or lotions applied to the skin.

Herbal and homeopathic remedies can be a gentle alternative to effectively treat nail fungal infections. Melaleuca laterifolia, also known as Tea Tree Oilhas excellent anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and healing properties.

Nail fungal infections are not uncommon.
Changes in hormones and metabolism: Hormonal changes are commonly encountered in the elderly. Metabolism of sugar and carbohydrate cab be altered leading to diabetes.

are those who sweat profusely and wear closed-toe shoes, those with weakened immune systems, and people who already have an active fungal infection of the feet. Diabetics are particularly vulnerable to side effects of nail fungal infections, ...

See also: Fungal Infection, Infections, Prevention, Immune System, Aging