Some of the first indications you may have a fungal toenail infection will be the fine white lines or spots that appear on the surface of the nail. Since fungal toenail infections develop slowly and don’t usually cause any painful symptoms, many people don’t realize they have a serious problem until the infection has gotten worse. The affected nails may turn yellow and brittle, and a foul odor is often evident.
Read MorePaying attention to changes in your color and texture of your toenails can help give you an early warning of impending toenail trouble and help you avoid some of the more undesirable outcomes. For example, fungal toenail infections can develop slowly and often don't cause any serious issues in the beginning and may go unnoticed.
Read MoreSeniors tend to be more predisposed to developing foot conditions such as ulcers, ingrown toenails or fungus toenails. It is therefore imperative that a senior has access to a caregiver; or, that they are able to look over their feet on their own.
Read MoreToenail fungus develop from fungi that thrive in hot and moist locations such as pools, showers, locker rooms or steam rooms.
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