Does redness indicate nail fungus? Have you been noticing your toes and the skin surrounding your toenails to look swollen or redder in color than normal? Unfortunately, you may have an infection, commonly referred to as Paronychia. This infection typically occurs on the skin located toward the bottom end of the nail, aka your cuticle. If it is in a more severe state it is typically due to a bacterial infection. You should visit a physician to drain the swelling or try soaking the toes in warm water.
Redness around and/or on your nails
If you notice inflammation or irritation in the cuticles, this is a more chronic case of paronychia. These cases are a result of a yeast infection that takes over and damages the skin. You should treat the nail by keeping it dry and away from water as much as possible. You may also use a topical such as hydrocortisone to help with the inflammation. If the problem persists make sure to contact a doctor.
- Chronic nail trauma, such as repeatedly starting and stopping, kicking, and other athletic endeavors, can cause damage to the nails that can look a lot like fungal nails. This sort of repetitive trauma can also occur with certain types of employment or wearing tight-fitting shoes.
- Nail Trauma, such as an impact from a heavy object can also cause damage. While injured, it can look like a nail fungus and if not treated properly it will lead to a nail fungus that can spread to other nails.
Laser Treatment for Toenail 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 Miami, FL 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.
