Nail bed infections may seem like a minor inconvenience at first, but the truth is that they can escalate into serious health threats if left unaddressed. In this comprehensive article, we will delve ...

Artificial nails are a style staple in today’s world, but they can lead to a concerning outcome — fungal infection. Onychomycosis is a term for fungal nail infections, which typically develop on ...

Dear Doctors: Right after I got a manicure, the skin around two of my fingernails got red and really swollen. My roommate says it can happen when the manicurist cuts your cuticles. Is that true? You ...

A routine manicure in Pennsylvania spiraled into a medical nightmare when a woman walked out of a nail appointment and ended up losing a finger. What started as a bit of pampering turned into ...

Nail fungus and nail psoriasis are two conditions that affect the nails. They have similar symptoms, and you can have both fungus and psoriasis at the same time, but they are different and have ...

Thick, yellow, and brittle toenails are often caused by a fungal infection known as onychomycosis. This occurs when yeasts, moulds, or dermatophytes enter small cracks in the nail or surrounding skin, ...

In the Majengo area of Nyeri town, Jane Muthoni washes her dishes with a lot of pain. One of her fingers is swollen and turned red. "I finished washing my children's clothes using a detergent sold by ...

Paronychia is a skin infection that develops around the nail. It occurs when bacteria or fungi get under the skin. Paronychia can result from biting or chewing the nails, but it is more common when ...

There’s no way to get rid of fingernail fungus quickly. Prescription medications are the only treatments that can cure it. However, home remedies, such as tea tree oil and Vicks VapoRub, may help ...

Even celebrities aren't immune from foot-related issues such as the dreaded thickened toenail. Actor Danny DeVito, former basketball player Shaquille O'Neal and Guardians of the Galaxy star Chris ...