Medically reviewed by Sarah Richards, DPM Key Takeaways A toe infection can cause symptoms like pain, swelling, and pus ...

Toenail changes often serve as early warning systems for underlying health conditions, with fungal infections representing one of the most common yet overlooked indicators of immune system function ...

Medically reviewed by Susan Bard, MD Key Takeaways Hangnail infections will often heal without complications. Home care, including warm water soaks and antibiotic cream, is usually effective for mild ...

Sandal season is in full swing, but damp environments, pool decks and locker rooms may leave your feet looking a little worse for wear. And when your toenails are brittle, discolored or warped, the ...

Toenail fungus might start as a mere cosmetic concern, but this persistent infection can develop into a painful, embarrassing condition when left untreated. Known medically as onychomycosis, fungal ...

Maybe you’ve been slacking on moisturizing recently, and now your cuticles are dry and cracked. Or you’ve had a nail-biting type of week, and you’ve got the jagged hangnails to show for it. At first, ...

Toenail fungus can turn an otherwise healthy toenail into a discolored, thickened, and cracking one. While fungal toenail infections may be fairly common, this doesn’t mean you should use common ...

Toenail fungus often starts with mild nail discoloration or lifting. It’s not usually serious, but the nails may thicken, become brittle, or fall off without treatment. Nail fungus (onychomycosis) is ...

Ingrown toenails in babies and children are painful and common. The corner of a toenail, usually the great toe, gets stuck in the cuticle of the nail bed. Your baby may be fussy or your child will ...

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