Toenail fungus infection occurs when fungi infect one or more of your nails. A nail fungas infection may begin as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. As the nail fungus spreads deeper into your nail, it may cause your nail to discolor, thicken and develop crumbling edges - an unsightly and potentially painful problem.
These infections usually develop on nails continually exposed to warm, moist environments, such as sweaty shoes or shower floors. Toenail fungus isn't the same as athlete's foot, which primarily affects the skin of the feet, but at times the two may coexist and can be caused by the same type of fungus.
Toenail fungus may be difficult to treat, and infections may recur. But medications are available to help clear up nail fungus.
Signs and symptoms
You may have a toenail fungas infection - also called onychomycosis (on-i-ko-mi-KO-sis) - if one or more of your toenails are:
Thickened
Brittle, crumbly or ragged
Distorted in shape
Dull, with no luster or shine
A dark color, caused by debris building up under your nail
Infected nails may also separate from the nail bed, a condition called onycholysis. You may even feel pain in your toes or fingertips and detect a slightly foul odor.
The most effective natural treatment for toenail fungus problems is Zeta Clear. This natural, safe and effective solution will have your toenails healthy looking in just weeks.
