What is it?



What causes it?


How is it treated?

Nail fungal infections can be treated in three ways:

  1. Topical treatments
  2. Oral Medication
  3. Laser treatment

Topical treatment:


Application of an anti-fungal topical medicament, which is available at Podiatry Care or over the counter at your chemist, must be applied daily.  This treatment will help to prevent spreading of the infection to nearby nails and helps to cure the infected nail.


Oral medications:


LASER treatment:

The LASER is able to pass through the nail plate and into the nail bed where the fungi are located. The LASER energy then heats the colonies and destroys the spores, thus inhibiting their growth and multiplication. All the published studies show a positive result in approximately 80% of cases and there are NO known side effects. All LASER treatments are performed at Podiatry Care Unley or Podiatry Care Modbury. Call the clinic nearest you to have your nails assessed for LASER treatment (phone numbers in side menu).

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