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Onychomycosis

Health Encyclopedia: Fungal Nail Infection

Alternative Names

Nails - fungal infection; Onychomycosis; Infection - fungal - nails

Prevention

Good general health and hygiene help to prevent fungal infections. Keep the skin clean and dry. Take proper care of the nails (see treatment). Wash and dry the hands thoroughly after contact with any fungal infection.

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Fungal nail infection

Nails - fungal infection; Onychomycosis; Infection - fungal - nails Treatment Over-the-counter creams and ointments generally do not help treat... Read more »

Fungal nail infection

Nails - fungal infection; Onychomycosis; Infection - fungal - nails Symptoms Nail changes on one or more nails (usually toenails): ... Read more »

Fungal nail infection

...infection of the nails by a fungus. Alternative Names Nails - fungal infection; Onychomycosis; Infection - fungal - nails Causes, incidence, and risk factors ... Read more »

Cutaneous candidiasis

...increase the risk of cutaneous candidiasis. Candida can also cause infections of the nail, referred to as onychomycosis, and infections around the corners of the mouth, called angular cheilitis. ... Read more »

Paronychia

... Paronychia may include a combined bacterial and fungal infection. Fungal paronychia may accompany fungal nail infection. Fungal paronychia is common among people with diabetes and among people... Read more »

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