Are you in tears because of your embarrassing toenail fungus? Check out our most commonly asked toenail fungus related questions and answers below.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is toenail fungus?

Toenail fungus is a fungal nail infection caused by a variety of fungal organisms. The most popular cause is a type of fungus called dermatophyte. Yeast and molds also can cause nail infections.

How do I get toenail fungus?

This is caused by excessive sweating, history of athletes foot or walking barefoot in damp communal areas such as public pools and gym showers. Fungi thrive in warm, moist environments, so these types of environment are ideal.

How do I know if I have toenail fungus?

The only guaranteed way to know if you have toenail fungus is to consult with your dermatologist.  It’s important that you do not self-diagnose as there are various conditions that can look like fungus but are infact not.

What can I do if I get toenail fungus?

Oral antifungal medications are likely your best option when it comes to treating toenail fungus. Oral medications typically require atleast three months of treatment to resolve the fungus.

Are there effective natural remedies for toenail fungus?

Despite many sources stating that there are natural remedies to toenail fungus, many of them fall short. In order to experience any improvement at all, patients will most likely need to use the over-the-counter topical creams or oral medications.

Category: Medical Dermatology