Fungal Nail Infections – Onychomycosis Treatment

Fungal nail infection may occur at any age but is more common in adults, particularly in older individuals. Diabetics may be more likely than other people to develop a fungal nail infection. In general, toenails are most commonly affected with fungal nail infection. If the fingernails are affected, the toenails are usually affected as well.

Fungal nail infection does not always require treatment, but see your doctor for any nail disorder. Home remedies that may be helpful include soaking the feet daily in Listerine®, vinegar, vitamin E oil, Vicks® VapoRub®, or tea tree oil.

Mild infections affecting less than 80% of one or two nails may respond to topical antifungal medications but cure usually requires an oral antifungal medication for several months. Combined topical and oral treatment is probably the most effective regime.