Laser Center Fungal Toenails - Podiatrist in Daytona Beach, Port Orange, Palm Coast, Orange City, FL
Fungal Toenails - Podiatrist in Daytona Beach, Port Orange, Palm Coast, Orange City, FL http://www.atlanticpodiatry.com Daytona Beach: (386) 274-3336 Port Orange: (386) 788-6333 Palm Coast: (386) 586-7373 Orange City: (386) 775-2281 Edgewater: (386) 957-4818 Podiatrist Dr. James Rust of Atlantic Podiatry discusses the Laser treatment for Toenail Fungus. Fungal Toenails Many people don't realize they have a fungal nail problem and, therefore, don't seek treatment. Yet, fungal toenail infections are a common foot health problem and can persist for years without ever causing pain. The disease, characterized by a change in a toenail's color, is often considered nothing more than a mere blemish. Left untreated, however, it can present serious problems. Also referred to as onychomycosis, fungal nails are infections underneath the surface of the nail, which may also penetrate the nail. Fungal nail infections are often accompanied by a secondary bacterial and/or yeast infection in or about the nail plate, which ultimately can lead to difficulty and pain when walking or running. Symptoms may include discoloration, brittleness, loosening, thickening, or crumbling of the nail. A group of fungi, called dermophytes, easily attack the nail and thrive on keratin, the nail's protein substance. In some cases, when these tiny organisms take hold, the nail may become thicker, yellowish-brown, or darker in color, and foul smelling. Debris may collect beneath the nail plate, white marks frequently appear on the nail plate, and the infection is capable of spreading to other toenails, the skin, or even the fingernails. Nail bed injury may make the nail more susceptible to all types of infection, including fungal infection. Those who suffer chronic diseases, such as diabetes, circulatory problems, or immune-deficiency conditions, are especially prone to fungal nails. Other contributory factors may be a history of Athlete's Foot or excessive perspiration. Visit our website: http://www.atlanticpodiatry.com
