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19Jun
Walking around barefoot come with certain risks and hazards.
Walking around barefoot come with certain risks and hazards.

Walking barefoot has long been a practice associated with relaxation, connecting with nature, and promoting foot health. However, it’s important to be aware that there are certain health risks involved when walking barefoot, particularly in certain environments. This article aims to explore the diseases and infections that can be contracted from walking barefoot and provide helpful precautions to mitigate these risks.

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30Jan
The Dangers of Nail Polish
It’s important to give your toenails a break from nail polish to prevent damage.

Nail polish is a common cosmetic product used to improve the look of nails, but did you know you can also get toenail damage from nail polish if not applied correctly? Let’s discuss how nail polish can affect your toenails.

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3Oct
Blow dryers are a fantastic tool for preventing foot fungus!
Blow dryers are a fantastic tool for preventing foot fungus!

Nobody wants athlete’s foot. It’s unpleasant, irritating, and downright disgusting! Want to take precautions? There are always tried-and-true techniques that work well. And I’ll discuss them in this article.

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20Feb

athletes footTinea pedis, or more commonly known as athlete’s foot, is a fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet. It often starts as an itchy scaly rash between the toes or on the soles of the feet. This itching may be accompanied by stinging and burning, and if left untreated, can cause cracks and blisters to form on the skin, leading to a potential bacterial infection.

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30Aug

toenailfungusThe overgrowth of foot fungus causes an infection that requires the best doctor for nail fungus attention. It develops over time, so it may be hard to see an immediate difference in the feel and the look of a toenail. The can cause athlete’s foot, ringworms, and jock itch also cause toenail infections.

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Laser toenail
7Sep

Laser toenail

Laser fungus treatment is effective with no risk of toxicity to the liver or side effects due to medication interaction.  There has been clinical evidence that improves the condition of severe fungus toenail infections and clears the infection. infections lie under the nail; this poses a challenge to get rid of the fungus using topical medications. Oral medications and antifungal nail polish are associated with harmful drug interactions and side effects because of persistent fungus infections. Home remedies also improve the condition for some time, then it reoccurs. The laser fungus treatment is known to penetrate through the nail to destroy the fungus without damaging the tissue around the nail.

Several studies conducted over the use of the laser to treat have led manufacturers to improve their laser design to better their equipment and maximize the therapeutic effects.

Advantages of laser treatment for toenail fungus

  • The laser treatment cures different fungal infections
  • No anesthesia
  • The procedure is safe and painless, but some people feel a warm sensation
  • No side effects and no drugs are needed
  • No recovery time needed – you will walk out after the treatment
  • It takes about 20 minutes for a to administer the treatment
  • The treatment does not harm the nail or the surrounding skin

How is the laser toenail treatment administered?

Studies have shown that laser toenail treatment has over a ninety percent success rate. These depend on the use of the latest generation laser equipment and how long the treatment is administered. To eradicate the fungus, it is a requirement that a patient attends repeat visits for over 3 months. The treatment takes 10-15 minutes to be administered, over a 30day interval for three months. This administration has proven to be very effective in healing even severe cases of fungal toenail infection.

Most cases have proven to improve with a single treatment. Even with laser treatment, it is essential to maintain proper post-treatment care to avoid the fungus attacking again.

How long after treatment does one notice the improvement of the ?

It depends on the origin of the infection, but as early as three weeks, one can notice the improvement of the nails. From then on, the improvement is gradual until the nail grows out. It takes 9-12 months for the toenails to grow out.

Is it safe to apply nail polish?

The day before the treatment, remove all nail decorations and nail polish. After the treatment, you can apply nail polish without fear of any side effects.

Laser has several advantages over other treatments that have limited success rates. If you have questions about fungus in your toenails, you should reach out to a . Feel free to contact our office to make an appointment with our podiatrist. Our Houston , Dr. Ejodamen Shobowale, can provide you with the care you need to keep you pain-free on your feet.