It is possible to get nail fungus from nail polish. You’re one step towards being conscious of nail fungus. Also, you are working towards better nail health. Nail polish can indirectly increase your chances of fungus by contributing to it if you already have it and making it impossible to get rid of it.
Is it possible to get nail fungus from nail polish?
After wearing nail polish for an extended period of time, you are creating a protective layer over your nails that traps in moisture and allows the fungus to thrive. The environment allows you to essentially get infected.
On the other foot, when you decide to wear nail polish your nails are shielded so you are less likely to notice any physical changes or differences. When your nails get thicker or discolored due to nail fungus it can be a while until you notice. The infections can get much worse if not treated immediately, it can switch from a yellowish tint to a dark brown or black with increased thickness and cracking.
Sharing Nail Polish
Another way is caused by sharing nail polish with someone who already has nail fungus. The fungal spores become embedded onto the brush and when applied it will be transferred via touch. It can be stored inside the nail polish bottle and can be applied to noninfected nails to increase the chances of getting infected.
Other Treatment Options
Topical solutions have a very low success rate. This is because the solution does not penetrate all the way under the nail. All the fungus must die in order to be cured. It can take up to a year to see any results
Oral medication is more effective than topical solutions. Although, oral medication can cause liver toxicity. As a result, you would have constant blood test throughout the duration of taking medication.
Laser Treatment for Nail Fungus
If you think you’ve caught nail fungus from nail polish, you can easily get it treated and cured by scheduling an appointment with one of our licensed podiatrists. The PinPointe Laser treatment is FDA-approved.
Our nail doctor in Los Angeles, CA recommends this laser 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. You can schedule a free consultation at one of our 130 locations by calling 1-(800) 672-0625, or going to https://www.lasernailtherapy.com/.
