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No, they only go away if treated.
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Why does under the toe nail stink?
If you have a funky smell under your toenails it could be due to bacteria. Dirt and bacterial accumulate under the nail over time and when cut they release a bad odor. There could be several reasons you have a funky smell under your toenails. It could mean that they are just dirty or you may have a fungal infection.
Why does your feet have a burning sensation in summer only in spite of not being a diabetic or have hyper acidity?
It is possible you have a fungal infection, or "Athlete's Foot." Your feet tend to be warmer and sweat more in the summer time which can cause a fungal infection due to the inability to completely dry out. Try an over the counter anti-fungal cream and see if that helps.
Fungal nail infection?
DefinitionFungal nail infection is an infection of the nails by a fungus.Alternative NamesNails - fungal infection; Onychomycosis; Infection - fungal - nails; Tinea unguiumCauses, incidence, and risk factorsThe body normally hosts a variety of bacteria and fungi. Some of these are useful to the body. Others may multiply rapidly and form infections. Fungi can live on the dead tissues of the hair, nails, and outer skin layers.Fungal infections include mold-like fungi that cause:Athlete's footJock itchRingwormTinea capitisFungal infections also include yeast-like fungi such as candida. Candida yeast infections include:Cutaneous candidiasisDiaper rashOral thrushSome cases of genital rashesFungal nail infections are most often seen in adults. They often follow fungal infection of the feet. Toenails are affected more often than fingernails.People who frequent public swimming pools, gyms, or shower rooms -- and people who perspire a great deal -- commonly have mold-like infections. The fungi that cause them thrive in warm, moist areas.The following increase the risk of a fungal infection:Getting minor skin or nail injuriesHaving moist skin for a long timeWearing closed-in footwearSymptomsNail changes on one or more nails (usually toenails): BrittlenessChange in nail shapeCrumbling of the nailDebris trapped under the nailDiscolorationLoosening (detaching) of the nailLoss of luster and shineThickeningSigns and testsYour doctor will suspect a fungal infection based on the appearance of the nails.The diagnosis can be confirmed by scraping the nail for a culture, or a microscopic examination to identify the type of fungus.TreatmentOver-the-counter creams and ointments generally do not help treat this condition.Prescription antifungal medicines taken by mouth may help clear the fungus in about 50% of patients. However, such medicines can cause side effects or may interfere with other medications. Some of the oral medications used to treat fungal infections of the nail can harm the liver.In some cases, the health care provider may remove the nail. Nails grow slowly. Even if treatment is successful, a new, clearer nail may take up to a year to grow in.Expectations (prognosis)The fungal nail infection is cured by the growth of new, non-infected nails.Fungal nail infections may be difficult to treat. Even with successful treatment, it is common for the fungus to return.ComplicationsFungal infections that return on the nails or in other parts of the bodyPermanent damage to the nailsSkin infections, including paronychiaCalling your health care providerCall your health care provider if:You experience persistent fungal nail infectionsYour fingers become painful, red, or drain pusPreventionGood general health and hygiene help prevent fungal infections.Keep the skin clean and dry.Take proper care of your nails.Wash and dry your hands thoroughly after contact with any fungal infection.
Fungal infection seems to begetting wosre with cream is it ok to stop using cream?
If a fungal infection seems to be getting worse with cream it is generally okay to stop using the cream under the advise of a doctor. It may get worse before it gets better due to the time it takes for the cream to start working.
What causes nails to turn red under nail and then nail to pull away from skin?
It could be a mild form of psoriasis. Most pictures of nail psoriasis shows brown holes in the nail, but this is the more severe cases. Psoriasis is little understood, if you ask me, but is said to be an autoimmune disease that is inheritable. It consists of a faster than normal expulsion of skin - thus exposing immature skin. Another posibility is bacterial infection - if this is the case then some antibacterial can be directed under the nail. For example some kind of alchoholic vaseline. If this does not help within some days its probably psoriasis. Fungal infection is not likely. Another thing is sometimes if you can apply some pressure unto the nail pressing it onto the finger for a prolonged time can fasten it again - it might sting a little, but it will go away - only for psoriasis. Some indications of psoriasis is that the attack gets more severe in the winter and better in the summer. Other indications could be if family members has psoriasis of some type. Last possibility, i know of, is that the nail at a immature time has gotten a hard pounding. - The nail extends rather far under the skin of the finger and because of the slow growth damages that happened further up the joint can be exposed via the nail several months later.
When an iron nail rusts does its mass lose?
The iron nail, in wet conditions, will eventually rust completely away. * * * * * But if you collect all the rusted particles that fall away, then there will be an increase in mass.
Is Fluticasone Propionate Topical ointment used to treat ringworm?
If you want to make it worst, then use it. Ringworm is a fungal infection. You'd need an anti-fungal to treat it. A topical steroid normally will make bacterial or fungal skin infections worst if you use it by itself. This is because steroid lower your immune response. Steroid is good for inflammation, which is an increased in immune response to something. It's possible to use both topical steroid and anti-fungal at the same time because some yeast skin infection can be very inflamed also.
What is the difference between fungal pneumonia and bacterial pneumonia?
as far as I remember, Bacteria make spore to resist and protect themselves from advrse environmental conditions, but forming spore in Fungus is just a step of their reproduction, both sexual and asexual; so bacterial spore is more resistant to harsh conditions rather than fungal spores.Dr. Kaveh Haratian
How do you get rid of a Fungal inection on inner thigh?
There are different remedies, such as tea tree oil that may help. However, consulting your physician and getting a prescription is the best bet. A lot of the time fungal infections won't go away on their own.
How do you fix a broken nail?
The most effective treatments are oral anti-fungal medications like terbinafine (Lamisil) or itraconazole (Sporanox). Generally, they must be taken for 12 weeks. The are prescription medicines and are fairly expensive. There are possible side effects including, in rare cases, liver damage. Another alternative is a prescription anti-fungal nail polish called ciclopirox (Penlac). It is applied daily to the nail and the surrounding skin. Every 7 days you must clean off the built-up applications with alcohol and begin anew. The nail polish may need to be applied for 12 months (versus 12 weeks for the oral treatment). It is said to cure only 1 in 10 cases completely. There are also over-the-counter creams and ointments. They generally are not effective in eradicating the fungus, which is in the root of the nail. Because the toenail grows so slowly, it will take about a year before your nail shows no lingering signs of the infection.
How long before one should throw out a bottle of nail polish?
you should throw out your nail polish whenever it starts to dry out an get clumpy. there is no certain time that you should throw it away. whenever it starts looking dull an old, then its time.
How do you cure a black nail?
you don't it will go away in time because all it is a bleeding under the nail and it stops after a minet and it will naterally fade although i would wash your hands to get rid of the dried blood
