Toenail fungus is also referred to as onychomycosis. It is characterized as an infection that lies under the surface of the nail, often causing the nail to smell bad and become dark in color.
Treatment for toenail fungus is important, because you want to prevent the infection from spreading or from permanently damaging your toenail. You should make an appointment to come and see Dr. Salma Aziz if the infection appears to be spreading at all, whether it is spreading under the nail or to the surrounding skin. You should also contact us if the area causes you any pain or discomfort.
If your toenail fungal infection is demonstrating signs of a bacterial infection, you should be seen immediately. These concerning symptoms include any sudden increase in pain, swelling, or redness, pus discharge, or a fever that appears seemingly for no reason. In general, you should see your doctor at any sign of toenail fungus. It’s better to manage the infection, like with laser nail fungus treatment, than wait for it to potentially spread and do further damage.
