FUNGAL NAILS AND ATHLETES FOOT
Testing, advice and treatment
Athletes foot is caused by a fungus on the skin, with symptoms including:
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itchy rash
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flaking skin
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wet cracked skin between the toes
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small white blister like pustules
The above symptoms can occur on the bottom of the foot as well as between the toes, and the fungus can thrive in a warm damp environment.
Fungal spores can also transfer into the nail, so early treatment is advised to avoid this.
During a routine appointment, your condition will be assessed, a treatment plan put in place and advice given to ensure the problems are resolved as soon as possible.
We also offer fungal nail testing with results available during your appointment (for an additional fee).
Fungal nails can be harder to treat as the fungal spores are often under the nail plate, making it hard for shop bought topical treatment to reach. During a routine or toe nail cut appointment, small holes can be drilled into the hard nail plate to ensure topical treatments can treat deep set infections. This is known as fenestration.
For a temporary cosmetic solution to an unsightly fungal nail, why not have a look at nail reconstruction.
