True Cure Treating Onychomycosis Once and for All

Onychomycosis (tinea unguium) is a fungal infection that commonly affects toenails and fingernails. Onychomycosis is difficult to treat, but can weaken nails and lead to secondary bacterial infections if not addressed. Past treatments have been limited to medications and topical applications, but recent efforts in laser therapy are promising.

Standard Toenail Fungus Treatments

Oral medications, like terbinafine and itraconazole are highly effective and thus considered first-line agents. Topical products, like cicloprix nail paint  and efinaconazole drops , are less effective . Using both oral and topical medications together is more effective than using only one or the other.

Better Onychomycosis Treatments

The most promising treatment is photodynamic therapy (PDT), a processes that uses light to activate a systemic medication only in the area of a fungus. This pinpoint activation leads to the release of substances that destroy fungi without threatening other organ systems. PDT promises 100% efficacy, but is still considered experimental.

What to Do

A podiatrist can treat onychomycosis using conventional treatments as well as emerging technologies. Individuals with toenail problems of any kind should seek professional advice. Patients should ask about advanced light treatments when conventional therapies fail.

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