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What is Nail Fungus?

Nail fungus is also known as Onychomycosis or Tinea unguium. It is a fairly common infection that can occur in the fingernails and/or the toenails. Nail fungus starts when tiny organisms called dermatophytes grow underneath the skin. The nail provides a safe, dark and damp place for the fungus to breed and also protects it while it grows. Because of its position under the nail it is often very hard to reach or stop it from growing. Usually, fungi cause the area around the base and the sides of the nail to become red and irritated. Initially, the edges or base of the nail are affected. As it spreads, the nail and nail bed begin to show changes. Mild discomfort, itchiness, or even pain bleeding or detachment of the cuticles may occur. Fungal nail infections can be contagious and the organisms can spread from one person to another. These organisms survive where the air is moist and can then attack bare hands and feet. This fungal infection is more common in the toenails because socks and shoes keep the toenails dark, warm and moist. Nail fungal infections are most likely be contracted in bathrooms, shower stalls or locker rooms. Wearing nail polish and plastic or acrylic nails can trap moisture and fungi causing an infection to occur. It may also be spread through sharing nail files, emery boards or clippers as well as from one of your nails to adjacent nails. Fungal infections of the nail are also more likely to affect people with a weakened immune system or systemic Candida overgrowth.

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