Onychomycosis which is commonly known as toenail fungus refers to when the toenails are infected with fungus. Although many types of fungus are responsible for this infection, ND YAG laser therapy can destroy them.
On the body, the fungus is usually harmless. However, the case is reversed when the fungus finds its way into the toenails. What the fungi do is feed on toenail tissues. The same fungus is responsible for athletes’ foot and yeast infection in females.
One common symptom of toenail fungus is an unpleasant smell from your toenails. Also, you may notice dry or cracked toenails. Other symptoms include:
- Very thick toenails which are difficult to trim
- Discolored toenails either white, yellow or black
- Misshapen toenails
- Nails loosening from the nail beds.