Signs of toenail fungus
- Thick nails that are hard to cut
- Yellow, white, or brown discoloration
- Brittle or crumbly nail edges
- A nail lifting away from the skin underneath
Not every thick nail is fungus
Repeated pressure from shoes, an old injury, and psoriasis can all cause thick, discolored nails that look just like a fungal infection. A lab test of a nail sample can confirm whether it's a fungal infection.
Lowering your risk
- Keep feet dry and change damp socks
- Wear sandals in locker rooms and pool areas
- Don't share nail clippers
- Get athlete's foot checked early
Over-the-counter foot care products are available at PodiatryMarket.com.
Which visit to book
Book the Nail & Skin Consultation & Treatment ($149). Nail visits by video are also available through telehealth.
When not to wait. If you can't put weight on your foot after an injury, have a wound, spreading redness, warmth, fever, or a foot that suddenly turns cold, pale, or dark, go to urgent care or an emergency department, or call 911. This clinic does not provide emergency care.