Fingernail Fungus from Acrylic Nails: Causes, Treatment, More - Healthline
2021年9月10日 · Fungal infections are a relatively common complication of getting acrylic nails, which are plastic nails that are glued atop your real fingernails. In most cases, these infections aren’t...
Are Acrylic Nails Bad for Your Nails and Skin?
2024年4月24日 · Acrylic nail damage can include fungal infections, allergic reactions and weakened nails. But you can reduce your risk of those side effects.
How to Prevent an Infection from Fake Nails | UPMC HealthBeat
2019年7月18日 · Improper positioning of artificial nails can allow fungus to grow. You also can develop a fungal nail infection if the manicurist uses unsanitary tools to apply the nails. If acrylic or gel nails come loose, you could be at greater risk for a fungal nail infection.
Nail fungus - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
2024年5月15日 · Nail fungus is a common infection of the nail. It begins as a white or yellow-brown spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. As the fungal infection goes deeper, the nail may discolor, thicken and crumble at the edge. Nail fungus can affect several nails.
Nail fungus - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
2024年5月15日 · Learn about symptoms, treatment and prevention of this common infection among older adults that causes nails to discolor and crumble.
The Stages of Nail Fungus: Symptoms, Risk Factors, and More - Healthline
2024年2月16日 · What is Nail Fungus? A fungal nail infection, also known as onychomycosis or tinea unguium, happens when a fungus that’s normally in your fingernails or toenails overgrows. READ MORE
Nail Fungus Pictures, Types, Causes, Symptoms, Best Treatment - MedicineNet
2023年11月15日 · Fungal fingernails and toenails, also known as onychomycosis or nail fungus, may appear discolored, flaky, and thickened. Discover the causes, symptoms, signs, home remedies, treatment (topical medicine), and prevention of fungal nails.
Nail fungus: Diagnosis and treatment - American Academy of Dermatology
A fingernail grows out in 4 to 6 months and a toenail in 12 to 18 months. To clear the fungus, it’s important to: Use the treatment exactly as prescribed. Apply (or take) the medicine for as long as prescribed. Keep all follow-up appointments with your dermatologist. Nail fungus can be stubborn.
Fungal Nail Infection: Overview, Causes & Treatments - Healthline
2024年7月16日 · A fungal nail infection occurs from the overgrowth of fungi in, under, or on the nail. Fungi thrive in warm, moist environments, so this type of environment can cause them to naturally...
Nail fungus: Who gets and causes - American Academy of Dermatology
Overview Symptoms Causes Treatment Self-care. Who gets nail fungus? Nail fungus is common, and anyone can get it. However, some people have a higher risk of developing a fungal nail infection. Your age, health, and even your lifestyle can increase your risk. Age. The risk of developing a fungal nail infection increases with age.