What Causes Toenail Fungus

Cure Your Nail Fungus Today! Schedule A FREE CONSULTATION http://www.lasernailtherapy.com (800) 672-0625 Fungal nail infections are caused by the overgrowth of fungi in the nail, on the surface of the nail, or between the nail and the nail bed. It is most common in warm, moist environments because this is the type of environment where fungi thrive. This causes the fungi to overpopulate, therefore causing an infection. Fungi can be found everywhere in the environment, even on the body. The fungi that’s already present on the body can cause these infections. You can get the infection when you come in contact with someone who already has a fungal infection. Getting pedicures can also cause toenail fungus if the tools used are not sanitized. Pedicure tools such as clippers and emery boards can spread fungus from person to person Many factors contribute to getting toenail fungus. The following are risk factors that increase your chances of fungal infections: diabetes, poor circulation, old age, wearing acrylic nails, public swimming pools, nail injury, sweaty feet, weak immune system, and tight-fitting shoes. Symptoms of toenail fungus include thickening of the nail, yellow or brown discoloration, foul odor, brittleness or nail falling off. If you have toenail fungus or its symptoms, consult a podiatrist right away to get it treated. Toenail fungus does not go away on its own, so ignoring it will only make it worse. If you have nail fungus or it’s symptoms, give us a call at (800) 672-0625 to schedule a Free Consultation with our doctors or visit our website at http://www.lasernailtherapy.com