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Fungal Nail Infection : Symptoms

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Symptoms List

Symptoms could include:
  • Nail Discoloration
  • Thickened Nails
  • Detachment of Nail

Symptoms Overview Articles

Fungal nail infection
Nail changes on one or more nails (usually toenails): BrittlenessChange in nail shapeCrumbling of the nailDebris trapped under the nailDiscolorationLoosening (detaching) of the nailLoss of luster and shineThickening.
Source:ADAM
Date:October 3, 2008
Onychomycosis
Onychomycosis is caused by three types of fungi, called dermatophytes, yeasts, and nondermatophyte molds. Fungi are simple parasitic plant organisms that don't need sunlight to grow.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Symptom Articles

Nail abnormalities
Nail abnormalities are problems with the color, shape, texture, or thickness of the fingernails or toenails.Beau''s lines; Fingernail abnormalities; Spoon nails; Onycholysis; Leukonychia; Koilonychia; Brittle nails.Just like the skin, the fingernai...
Source:ADAM
Date:April 17, 2009
All Kinds of Problems Beset Your Nails
About half of people with nail problems have fungal infections. For some of these people, antifungal medications may help.
Source:StayWell
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