1 x 32 Nail Save Patches ~ Temporary protection for split & cracked nails

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Topical treatments (like amorolfine and ciclopirox) can help with minor toenail fungus. They cause fewer and less serious side effects. But, it’s difficult for them to penetrate the nail plate so treatment is longer and efficacy is low. Patients should take good care of their feet by washing, frequent airing, and wearing sensible footwear

Dr. Lipner says toenail fungus starts as athlete’s foot: “It begins with a rash on the foot and spreads to the toenails,” she says. Give yourself a manicure , and massage your nails daily with a mixture of olive oil and coconut oil to help replenish and hold in moisture. For an added boost, increase your intake of vitamins A and B, biotin, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids to nourish nails from the inside out, or try a supplement specifically formulated to strengthen nails, like Hum Nutrition's Killer Nails . 2 . Yellowing Just like with our skin and hair, nails can become brittle and dry when we don’t drink enough water, so make sure to get your two litres a day. Subungual hyperkeratosis - excessive scaling under the nail. This is often due to a fungal infection or psoriasis. Warts, and rarely a squamous cell carcinoma, can produce a scaly mass under the nail Increased transverse and longitudinal nail curvature with hypertrophy of the soft‐tissue components of the digit pulp

As a result of pressure the cyst often causes a lateral groove in the nail, a few mm across, which extends the length of the nail The pigment may not be continuous in the longitudinal axis, with clear nail at either the proximal or distal margin A bluish colour is seen with mepacrine, and hydroxyurea has been reported to result in blue lunulae

Characterised by the distal free end of the nail splitting into layers. It is seen more commonly in women, and is generally associated with frequent immersion in water Pseudomonal nail infection - it is important to try and correct any underlying nail pathology. Treatments reported as helping include vinegar, 1% hydrogen peroxide cream, gentamicin drops, ciprofloxacin drops

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Findings include pits, distal and lateral onycholysis, 'oil-drops', subungual hyperkeratosis, an uneven nail surface, paronychia, transverse midline depressions in the thumbnails, and occasionally splinter haemorrhages When the condition occurs on all the twenty nails of the fingers and toes, it is known as twenty-nail dystrophy They are usually due to trauma, but can be secondary to a number of conditions including psoriasis, tinea, and most importantly subacute bacterial endocarditis

A bluish tinge to the nails is a sign that your fingers aren't getting enough oxygen. It may just be a temporary issue caused by exposure to cold temperatures, in which case you might invest in a pair of gloves. We love that it comes with a small brush for easy application. To apply this product, make sure to put the solution both underneath the nail and around your cuticle. One potential downside to this product is that you have to apply it twice a day (both morning and night), and, depending on the severity of your infection, it could take a few months to fully eliminate the fungus. However, the good news is the application doesn't take long, and if you're able to build it into your morning and nightly routine it should be easy enough to remember to apply. It's also worth noting that it does have a slight medicinal smell, but it's not too overpowering and some may even like the smell of the tea tree oil. If you already have ridges, massage a dab of vitamin E oil into your nails twice a day to help make them appear less prominent, or grab a buffing board next time you're at the pharmacy and buff them away. 5 . Blue tint

Suspicion of fungus should always be explored by mycological assessment and in particular culture. There is a wide variety of potential organisms. Some of the pigmented fungi are non-dermatophytes and may represent a therapeutic challenge likely to be surmounted only if the pathogen is known - some cases of Aspergillus do respond to treatment Most strengthening treatments include proteins and nourishing oils to help relieve any brittleness and peeling, leaving nails looking and feeling stronger. Horizontal depressions in the nails are called Beau's lines, and they are more like a deeper groove in the nail plate. They can be caused by dermatologic conditions, such as eczema or psoriasis. Or they could have been formed during a serious insult to the body, like a severe infection or medical condition [ source ]. Using tweezers, attach the tape to your nail so that it covers the entire torn or broken area. Press it down gently to make sure it’s firmly affixed to the nail. Swelling of distal digits with overgrown nail plates that has a similar appearance to clubbing. Nails may lift off the nail bed