Some studies have reported an estimated 23 million Americans have nails that are infected with fungus.  Anyone can develop toenail fungus, but it occurs most often in adults. Toenail fungus, known as onychomycosis (on-ee-ko-mi-ko-sis) by doctors, is an infection primarily caused by a living microorganism.  Tonail fungus flourishes in the moist, warm, and dark environment of socks and shoes, or when it gets sealed in by polish. If you have a toenail that is yellow or brown in color, thick, brittle, or cracking, you may have a nail fungus infection.  It is a condition that makes many people self-conscious and embarrassed. Toenail fungus is more than just an embarrassing cosmetic problem --- it can also cause health problems.  Over time, the fungus can spread and destroy your enitire nail.  Damaged, thick toenails cause pain while wearing shoes and especially while standing, walking, or playing sports. Left untreated, toenail fungus can: * Spread to your other nails * Infect other family members * Cause abscesses underneath the nail * Permanently deform the nail * Put you at risk for other serious fungal and bacterial infections * Delay healing * Cause or worsen foot ulcers in people with diabetes

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Some studies have reported an estimated 23 million Americans have nails that are infected with fungus.  Anyone can develop toenail fungus, but it occurs most often in adults. Toenail fungus, known as onychomycosis (on-ee-ko-mi-ko-sis) by doctors, is an infection primarily caused by a living microorganism.  Tonail fungus flourishes in the moist, warm, and dark environment of socks and shoes, or when it gets sealed in by polish. If you have a toenail that is yellow or brown in color, thick, brittle, or cracking, you may have a nail fungus infection.  It is a condition that makes many people self-conscious and embarrassed. Toenail fungus is more than just an embarrassing cosmetic problem --- it can also cause health problems.  Over time, the fungus can spread and destroy your enitire nail.  Damaged, thick toenails cause pain while wearing shoes and especially while standing, walking, or playing sports. Left untreated, toenail fungus can: * Spread to your other nails * Infect other family members * Cause abscesses underneath the nail * Permanently deform the nail * Put you at risk for other serious fungal and bacterial infections * Delay healing * Cause or worsen foot ulcers in people with diabetes

For an appointment and directions, please contact our 2 conveniently located offices

Joppa Foot Care 2316 E. Joppa Road Baltimore County, MD  21234 (410) 882-5100

Hamilton Foot Care 5508 Harford Road Baltimore City, MD 21214 (410) 426-5508

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