Fungal Nail Treatment

A fungal nail infection (onychomycosis) is a common condition where fungi invade the nail, causing it to become discoloured, thickened, brittle, or misshapen. It can affect one or several nails, often starting with the toenails.

Early signs include small white or yellow spots under the nail, slight thickening or a change in nail texture. If left untreated, the nail may become darker, crumbly, or begin to separate from the nail bed.

Fungal nail infections are often caused by dermatophytes (a type of fungus) that thrive in warm, moist environments. Walking barefoot in communal areas like gyms, pools, or changing rooms, as well as wearing tight shoes, can increase your risk.

Yes. They can spread through direct contact or by sharing shoes, socks, or nail clippers. That’s why early treatment and good hygiene are important to prevent spreading the infection to others or to other nails.

In most cases, fungal nail infections do not clear without treatment. They may continue to get worse over time, so seeking advice early gives you the best chance of restoring healthy-looking nails.