Common Toenail Problems
Symptoms of Common Toenail Issues
Changing in the color and texture of your toenails can is an early warning sign of toenail problems. Early treatment can help you avoid some of the more undesirable outcomes. Fungal toenail infections can develop slowly and often don't cause any serious issues in the beginning and may go unnoticed.
An ingrown toenail can also cause minor pain and intermittent problems initially and get very painful or infected as it progresses. So be sure to see your podiatrist for a complete examination before that happens.
Common toenail problems include the following:
Toenail Fungus Treatment- If you notice any of your toenails becoming thicker, discolored or brittle you may have fungal toenails. If the toenail changes color to a more yellowish or grey color, then you probably have a toenail fungus infection. Fungal toenail treatment consists of laser therapy, topical and oral antifungal medications. For severe conditions, the nail may need partial or complete removal with a unique debridement tool to fully treat the underlying infection. If you suffer from diabetes or a circulatory disease, you should book an appointment immediately to avoid complications.
Ingrown Nail Treatment - An ingrown toenail often gets started due to improper trimming of nail. It is very important to wearing properly fitted shoes with a wide toe box. Custom molded orthotic inserts will also give your toes room to move and avoid the side pressure contributing to ingrown toenail formation. If your ingrown toenail is infected or if you have diabetes or a circulatory issue, book an appointment with us right away.
Schedule an appointment to properly diagnose and treat any hurting ingrown toenail or thick, yellow fungal toenail infection. Our expert podiatrists Dr. Andrew Shapiro, Dr. Michael Barkin and Dr. Sajni Shah can help you . Contact Valley Stream Podiatry, located in Valley Stream, New York. We offer state-of-the-art technologies. Our compassionate Foot doctors can help you manage all of your foot and ankle problems, including ingrowns and fungal toenails, foot warts, heel pain, sports foot or ankle injuries and toe deformities. Call (516) 825-3860 or book an appointment online today