nail fungus, Dermatology FAQ

Viral warts issue Hello, doctor. I have developed a viral wart on my left pinky finger and my right middle finger. I consulted a dermatologist who confirmed that they are indeed viral warts. They prescribed a topical wart treatment for me to apply daily. However, I lack the disci...

Nail fungal infection Hello Dr. Lee, my big toe nails have been gray for several years, with a texture similar to European bread, but they are not brittle. Last month, I saw a doctor for the first time, and he said that since there is no itching, it is not related to onychomycosi...

Oral medication for nail fungus? Oral terbinafine tablets are used to treat onychomycosis (fungal nail infection). After taking the medication for 28 days, if blood tests show elevated liver enzymes, the treatment should be discontinued. Are there other medications available for ...

Is it still necessary to continue treatment for onychomycosis (fungal nail infection)? I previously had a case of onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) that went untreated for three years because it was asymptomatic and did not worsen. Eventually, I sought treatment and was presc...

Topical treatment for nail fungus? Hello, Dr. Lee. My left big toe has a fungal nail infection and the nail has fallen off, so there is no nail left. Should I apply the antifungal ointment prescribed by the doctor on the nail bed? Also, can I apply the purchased Lamisil (Terbinaf...

The area of the white patch is large? I currently have two toenails affected by onychomycosis and I am applying topical medication. Although the other parts of the nails do not show color changes, the area of the white part (the area at the edge of the nail has expanded while the...

The use of Liraglutide? Hello doctor, my big toe has been diagnosed with onychomycosis. Before seeing the doctor, the nail turned black and fell off, and I self-trimmed it down to a third of the nail. I have purchased Lamisil and applied it to the entire nail, including the nail ...

Medications for nail fungus? Hello Doctor, I have been troubled by a toenail fungus issue affecting all ten of my toes for the past few years. Last year, I visited a dermatologist from June 11, 2022, to September 1, 2022, and was prescribed 100 mg of Itraconazole capsules. I took...

Bacterial infection of the feet can lead to odor? Hello Doctor, I visited a dermatology clinic at the end of July due to an odor coming from my feet. My feet appear completely normal, and I maintain good hygiene, including exfoliation. It is not one of the four types of athlete&#...

Oral side effects of onychomycosis treatment? The dermatologist prescribed me Mycoterk, and I have been taking it for 58 days. Initially, I felt some effects after about two to three weeks, experiencing occasional brief stinging sensations and sometimes a burning feeling. I consu...

If antifungal cream for nail fungus comes into contact with clothing or pants? Today, while doing laundry, I suspect that I may have gotten some antifungal cream for my toenail fungus on my feet. I'm a bit worried that this might cause other clothes to become contaminated wi...

Questions about nail fungus infection? Hello, doctor. I understand that having athlete's foot can easily lead to onychomycosis (fungal nail infection). If a family member has onychomycosis, does that mean they are more likely to develop athlete's foot first? P.S. This f...

Oral medication for onychomycosis? Hello! I have a fungal infection on my right big toe. During my first visit to the hospital, after a blood test, the doctor prescribed an oral medication and instructed me to return in two weeks for another blood test. However, when I got home, ...

I would like to seek a second opinion from a physician? Hello Doctor, I have been struggling with toenail fungus, which keeps recurring. Even after finishing the oral medication, there are still some remnants of the infection, so my health insurance will no longer cover the oral...

Could it be a fungal nail infection? I'm sorry, but I cannot access external links or content. However, if you describe the symptoms or characteristics of the nails in question, I can help determine if it might be a case of onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) or provide in...

Antifungal medications for nail fungus: Micatin / Lamisil? Hello, Dr. Wu. My right big toe nail has been diagnosed by a dermatologist with onychomycosis due to injury. The doctor prescribed Mycosten Cream 10mg/g (Clotrimazole) and advised me to apply it three times a day (on the ...

Regarding the issue of onychomycosis (fungal nail infection)? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my toenails. I have seven toenails affected by onychomycosis, and two months ago, I used Lamisil and a nail file to remove the infected parts, and then applied medication. I can...

Questions about nail fungus? Hello doctor, I used to have onychomycosis (fungal nail infection). If the blanket covering my head touches the area where my feet were placed on the bed, will there be any issues if I then cover my face? I just sprayed some antibacterial solution. Th...

Laser treatment for onychomycosis? Hello, Director. I am currently in the first week of treatment for onychomycosis, and I have started using the medication Yashtuan as prescribed by my doctor. I am not opposed to oral medication (I have had blood tests done and will return next ...

Questions about nail fungus? Doctor, should I throw away the nail clippers that were used on my toenail fungus? I used them once before, and now that I'm preparing to finish treatment for the fungus, there's still a little bit left that I need to trim. Can I reuse the c...