Bleaching fungal spores that cause nail fungus is a common at-home technique. Which is not recommended by doctors. There are a lot of DIY treatments for fungus suggested on the internet. None of these at-home remedies are effective at curing the fungus itself. Some of these treatments are relatively safe, while others are not. The use of bleach on toenail fungus is very dangerous. Aside from the danger, any potential antifungal effects are a myth.

Reasons to stay away from bleach

Bleaching fungal spores under the nail can seem appealing. Bleach is a treatment made for cleaning, and fungal spores can often look like dirt under the nail. Using bleach on the nail seems like common sense, however it is actually a very bad idea. For one, fungal spores aren’t actually dirt or grime. The things that bleach is effective for cleaning don’t include fungus. 

Bleaching fungal infections are actually likely to cause further infection. This is because the toxic chemical can cause chemical burns and wounds in the skin itself. Wounds of this nature are great places for other infections to start. In addition to this increased risk of infection, the damage caused by bleach is likely to be painful and irritating.

eliminate nail fungus with doctor

eliminate nail fungus with doctor

Nail fungus treatment options that do not include bleaching fungal spores

If you are looking to get your toenail fungus treated safely, there are other options available. One way to treat fungus is with topical antifungal medications. While these are much safer than putting bleach on your toes, they are still very ineffective at curing the fungus. This is because the topical medication is not able to penetrate through the nail to kill the fungal spores causing the infection.

The most effective way to cure toenail fungus once and for all is with the PinPointe laser. This laser doesn’t cause any harm to the skin or toe itself and cures all of the fungi with just one treatment necessary. To schedule a consultation with a licensed podiatrist for the PinPointe laser, give us a call at 1-(800) 672-0625 or visit our website for more information.