Onychomycosis, more commonly referred to simply as nail fungus, is a very common chronic condition that affects as many as 36 million Americans. Anyone can get nail fungus at any time, but it is most common in adults, especially the elderly and people with diabetes or poor circulation. Though fungus is most common on the toe nails, infections can also develop on the fingernails. Before we answer the question, “Can you get a nail fungus from a manicure?”, let’s learn a bit more about what nail fungus is and how it spreads. [Read more…]
Can You Get a Nail Fungus From a Manicure?
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Is a Nail Infection Hereditary?
If you have nails that are brittle, yellowing or thick, it is likely that you suffer from onychomycosis, or nail fungus. This condition affects millions of people of all ages, races and genders. If you have nail fungus, you are probably wondering what causes it and how to get rid of it. For many people, one of the most common questions is, “Is a nail infection hereditary?” In some cases, nail infections are hereditary while, in other cases, they are not. [Read more…]