Friday 31 May 2013

By Matt Chaderia


Nails affected by a fungal infection turn discolored and ugly. Although oral medications can provide effective therapy for this condition, they have side effects that many prefer to avoid. Today, it is possible to have effective therapy for this condition that does not require the use of oral medication by turning to Jacksonville nail fungus therapy.

Onychomycosis, the medical name of fungal infection of one's nails, is most common in the toenails. Some have a greater chance of developing this condition due to genetics. Others such as swimmers and athletes have a greater chance of developing the condition from walking barefoot in locker rooms or because their feet are more likely to be wet.

Use of topical medications, once the only available remedy, is often ineffective. These lacquers are applied to the top of affected nails while the disease is often protected next to the skin. Many people fought for years with the infection or had surgery before oral medications became available.

In order for oral medications to work, they must be used daily for 45 to 90 days. They can cause liver damage in certain individuals. However, they are much more effective at eliminating the infection from the body.

Lasers do not have the side effects of oral medications and are more effective than topical medications. They use concentrated light that can easily penetrate the hard surface to kill the infection without harmful side effects. It can take up to a year for new nails to grow into place and replace the one discolored by the infection.

Those genetically predisposed or who use public facilities will want to avoid infection. Nails should be kept clean, dry and short. Anti-fungal sprays may kill spores before they begin to grow. A Jacksonville nail fungus therapy clinic can help if infection starts.




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