Putting the "Nix" on Toenail Fungus

Toenail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a fairly common condition that disfigures and can destroy the toenail.  Generally speaking, the big toe and the little toe are the nails that are most likely to be affected.  This condition is caused by any one of the many types of fungi that grow in the moist [...]

Nail fungus (Onychomycosis) is a fungal infection of tiny organisms (Tinea Unguium) that occurs in both fingernail and toenails – but typically associated more so with toenails than fingernails due to the harsher environment of shoes and greater exposure to infectious places (ex. gym floors, shower stalls). You’re six times more likely to develop a [...]

An infection of nail fungus occurs when fungi infect one or more of your nails.  A nail fungal infection may begin as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail.  As the nail fungus spreads deeper into your nail, it may cause your nail to discolor, thicken and develop crumbling [...]

Fungi (in the case of nail fungus – dermatophytes) are ubiquitous.  They are largely invisible, can live in a variety of environments are are very easily spread.  However, most fungi are most likely to thrive in warm, moist environments like bathrooms, locker rooms, gyms, and poolside as well as other places one hangs out barefoot [...]

Here’s a short list of some great questions and answers in the ongoing battle against nail and toenail fungus infections… – Can I wear nail polish while treating a nail fungal infection with a topical solution? Wearing nail polish while treating with Funginix or any other topical solution for that matter is not suggested. Although [...]