Thursday, March 10, 2011

Cause of Fungus!

It is important to understand how you develop thick nails because you will need to take preventive measures in the future. If your nails are thick as a result of a fungus there are basic safety precautions you can take.

1. Make sure your shoes are not too tight. Waterproof footwear can collect moisture and fungus that can cause a thickening of the nail and irritation.

2. Wear sandals in public pools, spas, and showers . nail fungus is often spread in damp public environments.

3. Make sure you do not clip your nails too short. Cutting the nails too short can lead to toenail fungus.

Effective Treatments for Toenail Thickness!

Remedies are generally ineffective against the treatment of thick nail fungus. The reason is that treatment can not get under the nail well. In general, these treatments are a waste of money.

Prescription drugs for fungal infections of the nails are dangerous, costly and often ineffective. These drugs put toxins in the body that can lead to liver damage.