Fungus Among Us Learn About Nail Fungus, Other Nail Disorders and What To Do About It  Fungus
is a
microscopic
organism that does not need sunlight to survive. Some
have beneficial uses, while others cause illness and infection. These infections are not commonly contagious nor do they spread easily between people. Bacteria is an over looked infection, commonly mistaken for Fungus but is usually the source of the green growth between the acrylic and the natural nail. Bacteria thrive in warm, moisture rich places, so if acrylic is lifting up from the nail it can trap moisture and the bacteria that is on the nail already, causing rapid growth. The remedy for this is to remove the acrylic from the infected nail ( "click" here to learn how). As soon as the air hits the bacteria, taking away it's "greenhouse", they die leaving behind a green stain. You can lightly buff the nail and some of the color will come off but don't try to file too much weakening the nail! Sanitize the nail and buffer. There is no need to let the nail "breathe" till it grows out although some just prefer it. See Fungus info in Q & A and apply product as usual. *some source material from Wikipedia There are two different nail infection sites 1.
Between the nail and the
acrylic the colors range from a yellowish green
(early stage) to dark green and even black and most likely is a
bacteria, rather than a fungus.
2. Under the fingernail or toe nail itself. On the nail bed (under the nail) is a yellow, green, brown or black in color, distorted in shape and brittle, crumbly or ragged due to a fungal. There
are also
oral
medications, such as Itraconazole
(Sporanox), Fluconazole (Diflucan) and
Terbinafine (Lamisil). These
medications help a new nail grow free of infection, slowly replacing
the infected portion of your nail. You typically take these medications
for six to 12 weeks but won't see the end result of treatment until the
nail grows back completely. These oral medications have serious side
effects though and
can cause damage to your liver. In some cases, under the nail surgical treatment of the finger nail or toe nail may be necessary. Temporary removal of part of an infected nail may reduce pain and allow topical anti fungal agents to be applied directly to the underlying tissue that can eliminate fungal infection. Some have said one most effective treatments is called Leucatin, an all-natural solution prevent recurrence. (There
is a goggle search engine at the bottom
of this page if you'd
like to find other solutions)
***************** Are Your Nails Trying to Tell You Something? ~ Nail Disorders ~  The Signs of Disease
Can Be Read on Your Nails!
************ Shape
and texture
*
Clubbing,
or nails that curve down
around the fingertips with
nail beds that
bulge is associated with
oxygen deprivation and lung, heart, or liver disease. * Spooning, or nails that grow upwards is associated with iron or B12 deficiency. * Flatness can indicate a B12 vitamin deficiency or Raynud's Disease * Pitting of the nails is associated with Psoriasis.Ridges across the nail indicate stress. * Deep grooved lines that run side to side the nail are associated with many serious conditions. * Ridges along the nail are associated with arthritis. * Grooves along the nail are associated with kidney disorders, aging, and iron deficiency. * Beading is associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis. * Nails that resemble hammered brass are associated with (or portend) Hair Loss. * Short small beds are associated with heart disease. Coloration
of the nail bed
*
Lines of discoloration across
the
nails are associated with poisoning, Arsenic or other heavy
metals and renal
failure. * White lines across the nail are associated with heart disease, liver disease, or a history of a recent high fever. * Opaque, white nails with a dark band at the fingertip are associated with cancer, cirrhosis, congestive heart failure, diabetes and aging. * Paleness or whitening is associated with liver or kidney disease or anemia. * Yellowing of the nail bed is associated with chronic bronchitis, lymphatic problems, diabetes, and liver disorders. * Brown or copper nail beds are associated with arsenic or copper poisoning, and local fungus infection. * Grey nail beds are associated with Arthritis, Edema, malnutrition, post-operative effects, Glaucoma and Cardiod-Pulmonary disease. * Redness is associated with heart conditions. * Dark nails are associated with B12 deficiency. *Stains on the nail are associated with nail polish, smoking, and other staining agents. Markings
*
Pink and white nails are associated
with kidney disease.
* white lines that extend all the way across the nail and lie parallel to the lunula (half moon) are associated with hypoalbuminemia. * Red skin at the base of the nail is associated with connective tissue disorders. * Blue lunulae (half moon of nail) are associated with silver poisoning or lung disorder. * Blue nail beds are (much like blue skin) associated with poor oxygenation of the blood Asthma, emphysema etc. * Small white patches are associated with zinc or calcium deficiency or malabsorption, parasites, or local injury. * Receded lunulae (fewer than 8) are associated with poor circulation, shallow breathing habits or thyroid dysfunction. * Large lunulae (more than 25% of the thumb nail) are associated with high blood pressure.  |