"The most common issue is nail fungus (onychomycosis)," says Dr. McEneaney. "This is typically the same fungus that causes athlete's foot. It's very transmittable and very easy to pick up walking ...

Toenails can reveal clues about your health and lifestyle. While brittle toenails often just happen along with aging, they could also hint at a vitamin deficiency or a fungal infection. By zeroing in ...

Common causes of yellow toenails include excessive nail polish use and fungal infections. However, yellow toenails can sometimes be a sign of a more serious underlying health condition, such as ...

Toenail problems extend beyond mere cosmetic nuisances, often acting as potential indicators of broader health concerns or stemming from a variety of factors. Among these concerns, the occasional ...

Yellow toenails are most often caused by a fungal infection. Fungal toenail infections are more common if you have a history ...

Dear Savvy Senior: Can you recommend some good toenail clipping solutions for seniors? My toenails have gotten increasingly thick since I’ve gotten older and have become very difficult for me to reach ...

Specific types of nail discoloration can be signs of underlying conditions that should be identified and treated by a medical professional. Subungual hematoma is bruising under the nail bed, which can ...

Ingrown toenails occur when the toenail grows into the skin next to the nail. It most commonly affects the big toe. Although an ingrown toenail will not go away without treatment, people can usually ...

A woman in her 20s reportedly lost all of her toenails after allegedly getting a so-called “fish pedicure,” a treatment touted by many as rejuvenating for a person’s feet. Fish pedicures involve ...

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