Nail fungus on fingers is possible. Toenail fungus is a pretty common infection that people of any age can get it. Once they do, it is usually very difficult to get rid of. To make matters worse, toenail fungus won’t just go away by itself so it will continue to spread from nail to nail. This is why people with toenail fungus should get treated as soon as possible. But the toes aren’t the only nails to look out for. What some people don’t realize is that fingernail fungus is also possible. And yes, nail fungus can even spread from a toenail to a fingernail.
How do people get fingernail fungus?
Since fingernail fungus is very similar to toenail fungus, it can also be extremely difficult to get rid of. For many people, nail fungus on the fingers is actually even worse than toenail fungus because it’s harder to cover up hands than feet. People wear shoes all the time, but they don’t generally don’t want to go around wearing gloves every time they are out in public.
If you have nail fungus on your fingers or your toes, you should get treated before the fungus spreads. There are quite a few different nail fungus treatments on the market, some of which are more effective than others. If you need help deciding which nail fungus treatment is the right one for you, you should consult with a doctor who has experience treating nail fungus. A podiatrist’s office is usually a good place to start.
Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus
If you have caught nail fungus, it can be easily treated using the FDA-approved PinPointe laser, which typically only takes on treatment. Other treatments like topical solutions and oral medication are not as effective. Topical solutions have a very low cure rate. This is because the solution does not penetrate all the way through the nail bed. Oral medication is not recommended by our nail doctors. This is because it can lead to liver toxicity. You would need to have consistent blood tests throughout the course of taking the medication.
Our nail doctor in Brooklyn, NY recommends this treatment. The PinPointe Laser treatment has the highest cure rate in the market. It has no side effects and no recovery period. As a result, you can go about your daily activities right after the treatment. Also, it is not painful.
If you have any signs of nail fungus, call us at (800) 672-0625 or visit our website for more information on our doctors at one of our over 150 locations.
