Is nail fungus contagious?
February 19, 2009
Nail fungus is a common infection seen on men and women. It affects the appearance of the affected nail and makes them look unpleasant. It is very difficult to get rid of nail fungus once it has established itself in the nail plate. The most common cause of a thick, deformed and discoloured toenail is nail fungus.
The most frequently asked question about nail fungus is whether it is contagious. Yes, nail fungus is contagious and you must refrain from sharing towels, nail clippers or any other hygiene related product with anyone suffering from a nail fungus infection. It is important to maintain proper care and hygiene until the nail fungus is completely cured.
Nail fungus is caused because of tiny microorganisms that infect the nails causing them to turn hard. Because of this, it is not easy for the majority of the available medications to penetrate the nail and treat the infection. It is always best to continue the treatment for some time to allow the results to be seen.
There are many fungal nail treatments available that promise to treat and cure nail fungus immediately. Nail fungus is an infection that cannot be treated in a day or two, but requires sufficient time for the treatment to show positive results.
It is possible for the nail fungus to spread from one nail to another and the best way to prevent further instances of nail fungus is by following proper foot hygiene and care.
Tea tree oil is very effective after about three months of treatment.
It is not advisable to apply neat tree oil to one area of the body over a long period of time. Tea tree oil is very potent and can cause an adverse reaction. It is far preferable to use a blend of essential oil which have been blended by professional aromatherapist. Essential oils have a synergistic effect on each other and are a much more therapeutic treatment when blended in this way. Footessentials Nourish that Nail is highly recommended by may chiropodists/podiatrists as a very effective treatment for fungal nail infection.
Comment by philip — February 21, 2009 @ 7:23 am