Fungal nail infections can be painful and many people find them an embarrassing and unsightly problem. If left untreated, the infection can spread to other nails and in severe cases can lead to loss of the nail.
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What is a fungal nail infection?
A fungal nail infection is the most common nail complaint in the UK, affecting fingernails and toenails. The body normally hosts a variety of microorganisms, including fungi. Although some fungi are useful to the body, others may multiply rapidly and form infections. Fungal nail infections can be painful and many people find them an embarrassing and unsightly problem. If left untreated, the infection can spread to other nails and in severe cases can lead to loss of the nail.
What are the key signs of a nail infection?
White, yellow or brown discolouration
Thckening
Build up up debris under the nail
Scaliness
Distorted shape
Brittleness
What causes fungal nail infections?
Over 90% of fungal nail infections are caused by the same fungus that is responsible for athlete’s foot. In the majority of cases, fungal nail infections are secondary to other fungal skin infections. Once nails are infected, the infection can spread to other nails or from person to person, e.g. by using shared towels or from communal bathing areas.
Who gets fungal nail infections?
Anyone can develop fungal nail infections, but there are also certain factors which increase the risk of getting a fungal nail infection, including:
Old age
Sports such as running and swimming
Smoking
Jobs that involve a person having their hands or feet in water, such as life guards or people washing dishes
Certain medical conditions such as psoriasis or circulatory problems
How do I know if I have got a fungal nail infection?
Mild fungal nail infections can be easily identified by certain key symptoms. If you look at the picture above and the one below these are typical examples of a fungal nail infection. Curanail is an effective treatment for mild fungal nail infections and is now available over the counter, which means that most cases can be properly treated without the need to consult a doctor.
What is Curanail 5% Nail Lacquer
Curanail is a unique new treatment for fungal nail infections, available from us. Curanail contains the active ingredient amorolfine, an effective antifungal agent previously only available on prescription. Curanail kills a wide range of different fungi that can cause nail infections. This means that, for many sufferers, Curanail can actually cure the infection. In addition, Curanail comes in the form of a nail lacquer (like a nail varnish) which only needs to be applied once a week just like nail varnish but it is colourless. This combination of effectiveness and convenience makes Curanail a first choice over the counter treatment for mild fungal nail infections.
Who can use Curanail 5% Nail Lacquer?
Anyone over the age of 18 can use Curanail to treat mild fungal infection in up to two nails. The type of infection suitable for treatment with Curanail shows up on the upper half or sides of the nail, as illustrated in the picture above and below.
Who cannot use it?
Curanail should not be used by:
those aged under 18
women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
anyone who has ever suffered an allergic reaction to amorolfine or any of the other ingredients in Curanail
ultra severe nail infections
How long does it take for Curanail to work?
Treatment of fungal nail infections may take time, because the nail has to grow out before the infection is completely cured. For this reason, it is very important that you continue to use Curanail once weekly until the infection has cleared and a healthy nail has grown back. This takes about 6 months for fingernails and around 9 to 12 months for toenails as shown below.
How do I prevent future fungal infections?
Once a fungal nail infection has been successfully treated, the following self-help tips can assist in preventing the development of any further fungal nail infections:-
Don't share towels and bath mats with others
Wear cotton socks and leather shoes to allow feet to breathe and absorb sweat
Change socks every day
Don't wear tight-fitting shoes that stop sweat escaping
Wear flip-flops in shared bathing areas, e.g. swimming pools and communal showers
Always treat athlete's foot infections as soon as possible
Stop smoking to reduce your risk of developing a fungal nail infection
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