Fungal Toenails: What They Look Like and How They Are Managed

Fungal nail infection can cause toenails to become thickened, discoloured, brittle or crumbly.

Common symptoms

The nail may become yellow, white or brown, and sometimes separates slightly from the nail bed or becomes difficult to cut.

Why does it happen?

Fungal infection is more common after athlete's foot, nail trauma and repeated exposure to warm, moist footwear environments.

What can help?

Management may involve reducing nail thickness, treating associated athlete's foot and considering topical or oral antifungal treatment where appropriate.

When should it be assessed?

Assessment is useful because several non-fungal nail conditions can look similar.

How Pentland Podiatry can help

Pentland Podiatry can assess the nail appearance, provide safe nail care and discuss realistic treatment options.

If this problem is affecting your walking, work, exercise or day-to-day comfort, contact Pentland Podiatry in Penicuik to arrange an assessment.