Fungal infections can develop underneath the toenail surface, often as a result of other fungal foot infections. Fungal nails, or onychomycosis, can be harder to treat than other foot fungi, such as athlete’s foot; they can be accompanied by bacterial and/ or yeast infections that affect the nail plate as a result of the fungal […]
Black Toenails
Black toenails (subungual hematomas) are bruised toenails that result from blood collecting under the nail. They can be caused by crushing, impact, or injury to the toe, such as dropping something heavy on or stubbing the toe. Runners frequently suffer from black toenails due to the big toe rubbing against the tip of an ill-fitting […]
Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails, medically known as onychocryptosis, are a common foot ailment that can cause significant discomfort and inconvenience for those affected. This condition occurs when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, leading to pain, redness, inflammation, and sometimes, infection. Ingrown toenails most commonly occur on the big toe, but they can […]
