Fungal Nail

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal skin infection that affects the skin of the foot and between the toes, causing itching, burning, cracking and peeling. Fungal nail (onychomycosis) is an infection of the nail itself, causing thickening, discolouration and brittleness. The two conditions are related and if athlete's foot is left untreated, it can [...]

Fungal nail can look similar to other nail conditions, which is why it is important to see an experienced podiatrist for an accurate diagnosis. Common signs of fungal nail include thickening, discolouration, the nail may turn white, black, yellow or green and nails becoming brittle or crumbling at the edge. Rachel can diagnose your condition [...]

Treatment time varies depending on the severity of the infection, the number of nails affected and the treatment used. Topical medications, oral medications and nail reduction are among the options available. Rachel will advise on the most appropriate treatment for your condition and give self-care and preventative advice to reduce the risk of reinfection.