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Fungal Nail Infection 1

Let’s break it down shall we?

Fungal nail infection affects either the fingernails or toenails, causing discoloration, thickening, and separation from the nail bed. It occurs in 10% of the general population, 20% of persons older than 60 years, and 50% of those older than 70 years.

Fungal nail infection is also known as onychomycosis, nail mycosis or nail fungus.

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Fungal Nail Infection 1

Let’s break it down shall we?

Fungal nail infection affects either the fingernails or toenails, causing discoloration, thickening, and separation from the nail bed. It occurs in 10% of the general population, 20% of persons older than 60 years, and 50% of those older than 70 years.

Fungal nail infection is also known as onychomycosis, nail mycosis or nail fungus.

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Identifying the types of Fungal Nail Infection (Onychomycosis) 3

Various stages and varieties of nail fungus exist.
The specific fungus type and your individual condition can significantly influence a particular fungal nail infection you may be experiencing.

Types of Nail Fungal Affected Area Individuals at Risk
Distal subungual onychomycosis
  • Can be seen in fingernails
  • Common in toenails
 Diabetic patients and those with athlete’s foot
Proximal subungual onychomycosis
  • Rare in fingernails
  • Common in toenails
 Immunocompromised patients
White superficial onychomycosis
  • Common in toenails
 Immunocompromised patients
Candida onychomycosis
  • More common in fingernails
 Patients with chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis

Identifying the types of Fungal Nail Infection (Onychomycosis) 3

Various stages and varieties of nail fungus exist.
The specific fungus type and your individual condition can significantly influence a particular fungal nail infection you may be experiencing.

Name & Image Affected Area Individuals at Risk
Distal subungual onychomycosis
  • Can be seen in fingernails
  • Common in toenails
 Diabetic patients and those with athlete’s foot
Proximal subungual onychomycosis
  • Rare in fingernails
  • Common in toenails
 Immunocompromised patients
White superficial onychomycosis
  • Common in toenails
 Immunocompromised patients
Candida onychomycosis
  • More common in fingernails
 Patients with chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis

The stages of Fungal Nail Infection 7

Now that you know the types of fungus, yeast or bacteria that affect your nail.
Read the information below to find out the stages of nail mycosis.

Acute

  • White and yellow spots start appearing on the nail plate

Semi Acute

  • Yellowish spots start to fill the nail surface
  • Partial atrophy of the nail begins at this stage

Chronic

  • The nail plate will start to thicken and darken
  • The nail layer will begin to separate from the nail bed and become brittle

What are the factors that contribute to Fungal Nail Infection? 3,7,8

There are several factors that might affect or increase the risk of being infected with nail mycosis.

  • Diabetes
  • Irregular blood circulation
  • Infection from skin fungus
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What are the factors that contribute to Fungal Nail Infection? 3,7,8

There are several factors that might affect or increase the risk of being infected with nail mycosis.

  • Diabetes
  • Irregular blood circulation
  • Infection from skin fungus
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Managing Fungal Nail Infection at home

Regain your confidence and treat Fungal Nail Infection at home using these simple tips.

  1. Ensure your feet are always clean and kept dry
  2. Ensure your nail and cuticles are kept short and moisturised
  3. Wear moisture-wicking socks or sweat-absorbent socks.
    Change daily!
  4. Put on appropriate footwear
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Managing Fungal Nail Infection at home

Regain your confidence and treat Fungal Nail Infection at home using these simple tips.

  1. Ensure your feet are always clean and kept dry
  2. Ensure your nail and cuticles are kept short and moisturised
  3. Wear moisture-wicking socks or sweat-absorbent socks.
    Change daily!
  4. Put on appropriate footwear
Learn More on our FAQs