Laser Treatment Fungal Toenails - Fairfield CT, Roslyn and Huntington NY Podiatrist

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Laser Treatment Fungal Toenails - Podiatrist in Fairfield CT, Roslyn and Huntington NY

Dr. Pedram Hendizadeh of Associated Podiatrists discusses the symptoms, causes and treatments for Fungal Toenails.
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Since fungal nails are usually more resistant and more difficult to treat than Athlete's foot, topical or oral antifungal medications may be prescribed. Permanent nail removal is another possible form of treatment for fungal nails.

After a fungal nail infection has cleared up, you can take steps to prevent the infection from coming back.

Keeping the fungus under control will help prevent a fungal infection of the skin from reinfecting the nail. Before bed, thoroughly wash and dry your feet, and apply a non-prescription anti-fungal cream to the entire foot from the ankle down. Use the cream every night, then gradually apply it less often. Keep your feet dry. Dry feet are less likely to become infected. Apply powder to your dry feet after you ta