Toe fungus is a common condition affecting most of the world population at least once in their life. In the United States, more than 35 million people are affected by this condition.
What is Toe Fungus Infection?
Toe fungus or “onchomycosis” is a condition, which affects the nail of the toe. Generally this tiny microscopic plant loves to live underneath your toenail because the dead keratin cells provides a good environment for its growth. Our toenails are constantly kept in dark, warm and moist environment, which provides a conducive environment for its growth. This contagious condition can readily be spread to other individuals without any hesitant.
Causes for Toe Fungus
Wearing tight shoes that pinch the toes constantly.
Secondary development of athlete’s foot.
Damage in a nail.
Signs of Toe Fungus
Change in color (yellow to brown) of nail is the first sign to observe in nail infection.
Thick and flaky nails.
Foul odor from the nail due to collection of debris underneath.
Pit marks in the nail and sometimes nail splitting.