Toenails are sometimes referred to as the barometers of our health- they are often our bodies’ first indicator that something more serious is going on, usually a systemic disease. It’s important, therefore, to keep our nails healthy. Normal nails should be uniform in color, free from spots or streaks, and have a pink-ish hue. If they aren’t, you should make an appointment today to see your foot doctor. Dr. Adam Dustin and Dr. Sam Spencer are both specifically trained in the treatment on nails, and are here to help treat your toenail conditions.
As well as being the early indicators of systemic diseases, our toenails can also fall victim to the most common nail complaint- ingrown toenails. This happens when corners or sides of the nail dig into the surrounding tissue, which causes pain, irritation, redness, and swelling. There are several treatments for ingrown toenails. Removing the offending part of the nail, oral antibiotics, and a procedure that can permanently prevent ingrown nails are all available. If you think you may have an ingrown toenail, call Dr. Adam Dustin or Dr. Sam Spencer today for an appointment.
Another common problem with the feet is fungal nails. This condition is characterized by yellow, thick, and brittle nails. Nail fungus starts beneath the surface of the toenail, where tiny organisms infect our otherwise healthy nail beds. If the infection is ignored, the fungus is easily spread to other parts of our body, as well as to other people. Fungus thrives in warm, wet, and dark places, so patients should be careful about walking barefoot around swimming pools, locker rooms, and public showers.
As well as being the early indicators of systemic diseases, our toenails can also fall victim to the most common nail complaint- ingrown toenails. This happens when corners or sides of the nail dig into the surrounding tissue, which causes pain, irritation, redness, and swelling. There are several treatments for ingrown toenails. Removing the offending part of the nail, oral antibiotics, and a procedure that can permanently prevent ingrown nails are all available. If you think you may have an ingrown toenail, call Dr. Adam Dustin or Dr. Sam Spencer today for an appointment.
Another common problem with the feet is fungal nails. This condition is characterized by yellow, thick, and brittle nails. Nail fungus starts beneath the surface of the toenail, where tiny organisms infect our otherwise healthy nail beds. If the infection is ignored, the fungus is easily spread to other parts of our body, as well as to other people. Fungus thrives in warm, wet, and dark places, so patients should be careful about walking barefoot around swimming pools, locker rooms, and public showers.