Toenail fungus can be extremely irritating to deal with and can cause you to feel uncomfortable if you need to take your shoes off. Toenail fungus can be difficult to treat and it’s important to know what your options are and how you can prevent it from happening in the future. Dr. Sara Bouraee, Dr. Jon Houseworth, Dr. Sun Byun, Dr. Daria Piotrowski, and Dr. Shruti Vyas at Hampton Roads Foot and Ankle Specialists in Hampton and Williamsburg, VA, can explain how to deal with toenail fungus and start having healthy nails again.
Dealing With Your Toenail Fungus
Toenail fungus can make your toenails discolored and begin to crumble. Toenail fungus can also spread to other nails and become difficult to properly treat. Toenail fungus doesn’t cause any pain but can still be irritating and cause your feet to smell. It’s important to talk to our podiatrist in Hampton and Williamsburg, VA, about toenail fungus treatment before it spreads and becomes difficult to deal with.
Depending on the severity of your condition, treatment may vary. You may need medication to help fight the fungus. This is something you take daily for six to twelve weeks. This helps a new nail grow without the risk of infection. Medicated nail polish or nail cream can help penetrate the nail and target fungus that is growing underneath. In severe cases, surgery may be needed to remove the toenail or part of the toenail.
To prevent toenail fungus, you need to be washing your feet daily and making sure that you always wear clean socks. Avoid going barefoot in public places, especially in locker rooms or pools where bacteria thrive. You should also be sure that your shoes are clean and treated with disinfectants.
Contact Our Podiatrist Today
Deal with your toenail fungus! Contact Dr. Sara Bouraee, Dr. Jon Houseworth, Dr. Sun Byun, Dr. Daria Piotrowski, and Dr. Shruti Vyas at Hampton Roads Foot and Ankle Specialists in Hampton and Williamsburg, VA, to learn more about toenail fungus and how to handle it! Call for more information today at (757) 224-7605 for the office in Hampton, VA, and (757) 220-3311 for the office in Williamsburg, VA.