PATIENT INFORMATION
Fungal Nail Infection
What is fungal nail infection❓
Fungal nail infection can affect any part of the nail
Toenails most commonly affected 👣
Increased risk if: diabetes, poor circulation or poor immune system ⬆
What are the symptoms of fungal nail infection❓
Thickened, discoloured nails (often yellow-green)
Nail may come off the nail bed with/without white/ yellow patches
Inflamed or scaly skin
How do you diagnose fungal nail infection❓
Having classical symptoms
Examination of the nail(s)
Nail clipping sent for testing ✉
How do you treat fungal nail infection❓
Self-care:
Keep nails short, and avoid sharing clippers
Good foot hygiene 🛀
No treatment required unless troubling symptoms ❌
Antifungal creams/ ointments or medicine (if unresolved)
Why should I worry about fungal nail infection❓
Difficulty walking/ exercising
Bacterial infections