Fungus
This community discussion is dedicated to the topic of fungus and nail and toenail fungal infections. Learn about how to identify it, why it develops, its effects on the body, and how to treat it.
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Can you mix antifungal and steroid cream?
Hello, I have a fungal infection that has seemed to go from mild to worse overnight, and it's rather paiful. I have steroid cream in my medkit and some Clotrimazole. Since the steroid cream is an anti-inflammatory, can I use the two together?Asked a year ago
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How do I know if my toenail fungus is dying?
Hi, I have been treating a nail fungus that has darkened my nail over time. What are the stages of nail fungus? Does it turn black when it dies? Asked a year ago
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Does psoriasis shorten your life?
Hi guys, I initially thought I had a nail fungus, and then it turned out to be psoriasis. Does this mean that I would die an early death, or can I live a full life with psoriasis?Asked a year ago
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What is the fastest home remedy for toenail fungus?
I started seeing hanges in my toenail about a month ago, and I didn't think much of it. However, now it's going brittle, coming loose from the nailbed and curling. What would be the fastest way to treat it?Asked a year ago
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Can I put tea tree oil directly on my toenail?
Hello, I think I have proximal subungual onychomycosis. I looked it up and it look sabout right. I've got the white spots under my nails and I also have an autoimmune disease and am on various medications. I don't want to risk anything by taking an oral antifungal, I'm looking for a ntural remedy. Hence, tea tree. Asked a year ago
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How do you use thymol for nail fungus?
I read that thymol could be a good remedy for a toenail fungus, but I don't know where to find any or how to use it. Once I have found it, how do I use it? Should I soak my feet in a tub of water with the thymol, or do I apply it directly?Asked a year ago
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Can eucalyptus cure toenail fungus?
Hi, I'm looking for a natural treatment for toenail fungus. I don't know how, but I have somehow managed to pick up a fungus on my toenail, and it's 'eating' away at my nail. I don't like to use allopathic medicine and have a box of essential oils, and I'm pretty sure one of them would work for a fungal infection. Should I use eucalyptus? Asked a year ago
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Does olive leaf extract help with fungus?
Hi, my husband has developed a fungus in his toenails. They are soft and crumbly and have gone all yellow. It looks really unpleasant, we're also worried that this fungus may lead to a foot infection, and we need something that will be effective. I have olive leaf extract in the cupboard. Will it work? Asked a year ago
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Treating toenail fungus: How long should I leave garlic on for?
I think I have white superficial onychomycosis on my toenails, and I figured I'd try some natural remedies first before moving to over-the-counter medicine. First up is garlic, any idea how much I should use and how long I should leave it on for?Asked a year ago
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What happens when you put baking soda on your nails?
Hi, I couldn't understand why my toenails were yellow until I realized that I have a toenail fungus. My mom told me that I should use baking soda, but I'm not so sure. What will happen if I mix vinegar and baking soda and put it on my nails? Won't it burn? Asked a year ago
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