Depending on who you listen to, fingernails grow two to three times faster than toenails. A fingernail replaces itself in about six months; a toenail takes a year. Feet are farthest afield in the circulatory scheme of things. A better blood supply to the fingers probably keeps them chugging along at a faster clip. Genetics plays a role too. Nails are basically protective, and since our fingers are busier than our toes, maybe they're more likely to get smashed and need replacing.
There is some speculation that fingernails' constant exposure to sun and air may aid their growth. Feet are locked up in damp, dark shoes most of the time, a more encouraging environment for cultivating fungus and smells instead of nails.Why does finger nails grow faster than toe nail??
blood circulation. your hands, including fingers tips, do alot more than feet.Why does finger nails grow faster than toe nail??
Probably because they get used more so they need to be replaced faster.
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Is it ok to ignore a thick discolored big toe nail if it is not sore ?
While it isn't dangerous, it is unsitely. It is most likely a fungus living in/under the toe nail. It can usually be easily brought back to it's normal condition by applying Tea Tree Oil a couple times a day. You can find Tea Tree Oil at any pharmacy.Is it ok to ignore a thick discolored big toe nail if it is not sore ?
Yes. you have a fungal infection under the nail. There are drugs you can take but it is really only a cosmetic issue. Be careful when you trim or clean the nail so you don't spread the infection from one nail to another.Is it ok to ignore a thick discolored big toe nail if it is not sore ?
Whereas the most likely etiology for a thick discolored big toe nail is a fungal infection, which can be ignored (unless you have an underlying disorder such as diabetes or cancer or immunodeficiency state), there are other reasons for a nail such as that, such as a melanoma. In addition, thyroid disorders, trauma, inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis, and other rarer entities can make your nail look that way. You might want to get it looked at, including a culture for fungi. If that is negative, then you might even need a biopsy of it.
Yes. you have a fungal infection under the nail. There are drugs you can take but it is really only a cosmetic issue. Be careful when you trim or clean the nail so you don't spread the infection from one nail to another.Is it ok to ignore a thick discolored big toe nail if it is not sore ?
Whereas the most likely etiology for a thick discolored big toe nail is a fungal infection, which can be ignored (unless you have an underlying disorder such as diabetes or cancer or immunodeficiency state), there are other reasons for a nail such as that, such as a melanoma. In addition, thyroid disorders, trauma, inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis, and other rarer entities can make your nail look that way. You might want to get it looked at, including a culture for fungi. If that is negative, then you might even need a biopsy of it.
Best and fastest way to get rid of under toe nail fungus?
big toe nail dark colored, hard. and hard to clipBest and fastest way to get rid of under toe nail fungus?
Hi
unfortunately there is not a ';best solution.';
there are two ways to to try to treat the fungus.
1. Using chemically produced, comercial products - such as Lamisil (Terbinafine), Diflucan (Flucanazole) and Sporanox (Itraconazole) to name but 3 - these are usually taken oraly and in tablet form. There are possible side effects though with nearly all of the comercial prodcucts - although the side affects are mild and short term you should be aware that they exist before under taking treatment. This course of action can usually become very expensive resulting in hundreds of pounds.
2. Natural Home Remedy - such as a vinegar soak or spray, Tea Tree Oil or Oregano oil.
These have less harmful side effects (if any) and are reletively inexpensive.
So, dont think fastest - think best.
Fungi thrives in damp warm environments - so try to create a hostile home not a inviting one.
A personal recommendation would be anything acidic - (ie vinegar)
Allocate a ten minute slot in the morning and a ten minute slot at night and soak your feet - do this for 6 months even after you think the fungus has gone.
....And clip that toenail - and rough it up a bit with an emery board as the (vinegar/Tea tree oil) will not only need to get beneath the nail but into the nail material.Best and fastest way to get rid of under toe nail fungus?
I had the same problem............. don't use over the counter stuff.... get a doctor to prescribe Lamisil... this is taken in pill form.... it works.
See a podiatrist.
LAMISIL. its expensive but it works. the over-the counter stuff isn't great but its more affordable if you don't have the money.
My doctor told me to apply a thin coat of vaseline on the nail 2xday for 8 weeks. He read in some Northwestern article that this method is supposed to be very effecitve. He told me Lamisil is hard on the liver and the nail polish stuff is not very effective and you have to use it for a long time.
Lamasil Cream, or believe it or not, proven method...Vicks Vaporub.
To get rid of toenail fungus, and prevent it from spreading, here are some tips.
1. Put anti-fungal powder or spray in your shoes to help fight off the fungus.
2. Air your shoes, and don't wear them if they are wet.
3. Change your insoles frequently, and make sure they dry out between use.
4. Bleach out the shower on a weekly basis.
5. Wash your shower mat weekly.
6. Wear sandals in the gym and don't walk around barefoot in public.
7. Try not to cause trauma to your toes. Trauma is the biggest reason why people end up with nail fungus.
8. Keep your nails short, but not to the point where they begin to bleed.
In summing up, there are different treatments to consider if you have toenail fungus. Always try and prevent nail fungus in the first place.
If you do have to use a treatment, find something which is natural and that won't damage your health.
See a doctor for prescription meds
Lamisil AT (preferrably the pill form [which I believe is only available with a prescription]) over the creams, but they work OK too.
soak your feet in as hot a pan of wateras you can stand that has a disinfectant liquid soap=brush your nails with a soft childs toothbrush(at $ store for a buck) and if this doesn,t heal them within a few days see a Dr
As someone else mentioned, see a podiatrist (foot dr). The dr can clip the tips (dead, white part) of your nails and have you take it to a lab to be examined (can take few weeks for diagnosis) to find out if it is fungus or something else. If it is fungus, the dr may be able to prescribe either lamasil (but can be very tough on the liver) or a nail polish type of medication for the fungus. I believe that if it is fungus, that it can take several months for the healthy nail to grow in.
And I have heard of using vicks vapor rub on toenail fungus, however, please do get a definitive diagnosis from a podiatrist. And please do Not use tea tree oil as a podiatrist had told me that it was not regulated as to how safe it is.
Hi
unfortunately there is not a ';best solution.';
there are two ways to to try to treat the fungus.
1. Using chemically produced, comercial products - such as Lamisil (Terbinafine), Diflucan (Flucanazole) and Sporanox (Itraconazole) to name but 3 - these are usually taken oraly and in tablet form. There are possible side effects though with nearly all of the comercial prodcucts - although the side affects are mild and short term you should be aware that they exist before under taking treatment. This course of action can usually become very expensive resulting in hundreds of pounds.
2. Natural Home Remedy - such as a vinegar soak or spray, Tea Tree Oil or Oregano oil.
These have less harmful side effects (if any) and are reletively inexpensive.
So, dont think fastest - think best.
Fungi thrives in damp warm environments - so try to create a hostile home not a inviting one.
A personal recommendation would be anything acidic - (ie vinegar)
Allocate a ten minute slot in the morning and a ten minute slot at night and soak your feet - do this for 6 months even after you think the fungus has gone.
....And clip that toenail - and rough it up a bit with an emery board as the (vinegar/Tea tree oil) will not only need to get beneath the nail but into the nail material.Best and fastest way to get rid of under toe nail fungus?
I had the same problem............. don't use over the counter stuff.... get a doctor to prescribe Lamisil... this is taken in pill form.... it works.
See a podiatrist.
LAMISIL. its expensive but it works. the over-the counter stuff isn't great but its more affordable if you don't have the money.
My doctor told me to apply a thin coat of vaseline on the nail 2xday for 8 weeks. He read in some Northwestern article that this method is supposed to be very effecitve. He told me Lamisil is hard on the liver and the nail polish stuff is not very effective and you have to use it for a long time.
Lamasil Cream, or believe it or not, proven method...Vicks Vaporub.
To get rid of toenail fungus, and prevent it from spreading, here are some tips.
1. Put anti-fungal powder or spray in your shoes to help fight off the fungus.
2. Air your shoes, and don't wear them if they are wet.
3. Change your insoles frequently, and make sure they dry out between use.
4. Bleach out the shower on a weekly basis.
5. Wash your shower mat weekly.
6. Wear sandals in the gym and don't walk around barefoot in public.
7. Try not to cause trauma to your toes. Trauma is the biggest reason why people end up with nail fungus.
8. Keep your nails short, but not to the point where they begin to bleed.
In summing up, there are different treatments to consider if you have toenail fungus. Always try and prevent nail fungus in the first place.
If you do have to use a treatment, find something which is natural and that won't damage your health.
See a doctor for prescription meds
Lamisil AT (preferrably the pill form [which I believe is only available with a prescription]) over the creams, but they work OK too.
soak your feet in as hot a pan of wateras you can stand that has a disinfectant liquid soap=brush your nails with a soft childs toothbrush(at $ store for a buck) and if this doesn,t heal them within a few days see a Dr
As someone else mentioned, see a podiatrist (foot dr). The dr can clip the tips (dead, white part) of your nails and have you take it to a lab to be examined (can take few weeks for diagnosis) to find out if it is fungus or something else. If it is fungus, the dr may be able to prescribe either lamasil (but can be very tough on the liver) or a nail polish type of medication for the fungus. I believe that if it is fungus, that it can take several months for the healthy nail to grow in.
And I have heard of using vicks vapor rub on toenail fungus, however, please do get a definitive diagnosis from a podiatrist. And please do Not use tea tree oil as a podiatrist had told me that it was not regulated as to how safe it is.
Once your big toe nail gets to the length you want do you have to always wear sandals?
sandals,flip-flops or any other kind of open toe shoes?can you wear stockings without ripping themOnce your big toe nail gets to the length you want do you have to always wear sandals?
Actually this is not a problem at all as it depends on the shape that u give. U just have to ensure that there are no sharp edges. U can wear all kind of footwear %26amp; the stockings as well.Once your big toe nail gets to the length you want do you have to always wear sandals?
I'm seriously grossed out by this.applying make up
Actually this is not a problem at all as it depends on the shape that u give. U just have to ensure that there are no sharp edges. U can wear all kind of footwear %26amp; the stockings as well.Once your big toe nail gets to the length you want do you have to always wear sandals?
I'm seriously grossed out by this.
What color toe nail polish goes w/ a little black dress & red suede peep toe pumps? (It's almost autumn here).
This is for an evening semi-formal event.What color toe nail polish goes w/ a little black dress %26amp; red suede peep toe pumps? (It's almost autumn here).
french mani is the best choice. its classy and it goes with anything. looks really pretty and feminine.What color toe nail polish goes w/ a little black dress %26amp; red suede peep toe pumps? (It's almost autumn here).
french manicure
i would totally go with the french manicure!
wear black or red!!!
or better yet go get them done
when u wear the perfect little black dress it needes to be perfect good luck!!!!
Red!
French pedicure would look nice.
red. thats a totally sexy color. it will complete the outfir perfectly
gold or a french manicure
GOLD
light pink nail polish maybe, or maybe even orange. I'm not sure just keep trying polishes on one toe until you find the perfect one!
I'd do either red or yellow. Yellow to brighten the outfit, and red to blend in. =D
dark red or black
I would go with either black, white or French pedi.
french mani is the best choice. its classy and it goes with anything. looks really pretty and feminine.What color toe nail polish goes w/ a little black dress %26amp; red suede peep toe pumps? (It's almost autumn here).
french manicure
i would totally go with the french manicure!
wear black or red!!!
or better yet go get them done
when u wear the perfect little black dress it needes to be perfect good luck!!!!
Red!
French pedicure would look nice.
red. thats a totally sexy color. it will complete the outfir perfectly
gold or a french manicure
GOLD
light pink nail polish maybe, or maybe even orange. I'm not sure just keep trying polishes on one toe until you find the perfect one!
I'd do either red or yellow. Yellow to brighten the outfit, and red to blend in. =D
dark red or black
I would go with either black, white or French pedi.
Is this normal after getting an in-growing toe nail removed ?
Hi ,
I had an in-growing toe nail removed , the nail is completely away and the bed destroyed , however its been a week and it is blackish where it had been removed and also leeks .... when will this stop
ThanksIs this normal after getting an in-growing toe nail removed ?
Don't worry. The blackish area is probably due to phenol that was used to kill off any small area of nail-bed that could have been left behind during the surgery. It is not always easy to see when the nail bed ends, especially in the corners so this chemical is often used to complete the job. If any small area of nail bed remains, then that part of the nail may regrow, and clearly this is to be avoided.
The leakage is probably due to a mild superficial infection, and bathing the toe in antiseptic solution, or putting on an antiseptic cream may help this to subside faster. Dont use peroxide. Keep the toe clean. It will clear up soon.
The blackish area will slowly over the next week or so separate as the tissue beneath it heals, and it will eventually come off like a scab. Nothing need to be done.Is this normal after getting an in-growing toe nail removed ?
It is ok for drainage to occur if it was infected. The blackish could be a bruise from the doctor digging too deep, from the chemical they use to kill the nail bed. I hope that you have a follow up visit with the doctor.
Treat it with Peroxide to boil out any infection. Then rub antibiotic type cream on it to help the healing process. Wear white sox. The dye from colored socks can cause problems. It will take several months for the nail to completely grow back.
Ive had ingrowns removed since i was 4, and this has never happend to me before, usually its just painful and sensitive, and your nail sometimes doesnt grow back.
I had an in-growing toe nail removed , the nail is completely away and the bed destroyed , however its been a week and it is blackish where it had been removed and also leeks .... when will this stop
ThanksIs this normal after getting an in-growing toe nail removed ?
Don't worry. The blackish area is probably due to phenol that was used to kill off any small area of nail-bed that could have been left behind during the surgery. It is not always easy to see when the nail bed ends, especially in the corners so this chemical is often used to complete the job. If any small area of nail bed remains, then that part of the nail may regrow, and clearly this is to be avoided.
The leakage is probably due to a mild superficial infection, and bathing the toe in antiseptic solution, or putting on an antiseptic cream may help this to subside faster. Dont use peroxide. Keep the toe clean. It will clear up soon.
The blackish area will slowly over the next week or so separate as the tissue beneath it heals, and it will eventually come off like a scab. Nothing need to be done.Is this normal after getting an in-growing toe nail removed ?
It is ok for drainage to occur if it was infected. The blackish could be a bruise from the doctor digging too deep, from the chemical they use to kill the nail bed. I hope that you have a follow up visit with the doctor.
Treat it with Peroxide to boil out any infection. Then rub antibiotic type cream on it to help the healing process. Wear white sox. The dye from colored socks can cause problems. It will take several months for the nail to completely grow back.
Ive had ingrowns removed since i was 4, and this has never happend to me before, usually its just painful and sensitive, and your nail sometimes doesnt grow back.
Stubbed toe and ripped toe nail - bleeding under nail bed. How do I treat it?
Panicked. I don't want an infection. There's still a lot of nail there that I'm nervous to cut off... It just happened and I wrapped a thick paper towel around it. I'm a serious ninny with my own blood. I get panicky and scared and woozy and stuff............ What the heck am I supposed to do???!?!??!?!Stubbed toe and ripped toe nail - bleeding under nail bed. How do I treat it?
aw its ok!
just keep applying pressure to it. does it hurt? take a pain killer maybe
if its bad enough just go to a little clinic, like where i live a have a little walk in clinic.
dont panic ok?
your body will heal itself =)Stubbed toe and ripped toe nail - bleeding under nail bed. How do I treat it?
The best thing you can do is trim the toenail as much as you can so it doesn't get caught on anything. Then you can put a fingertip band-aid or regular one as close to the tip as possible. It usually will stop bleeding pretty quick as long as it doesn't get caught on something else.
aw its ok!
just keep applying pressure to it. does it hurt? take a pain killer maybe
if its bad enough just go to a little clinic, like where i live a have a little walk in clinic.
dont panic ok?
your body will heal itself =)Stubbed toe and ripped toe nail - bleeding under nail bed. How do I treat it?
The best thing you can do is trim the toenail as much as you can so it doesn't get caught on anything. Then you can put a fingertip band-aid or regular one as close to the tip as possible. It usually will stop bleeding pretty quick as long as it doesn't get caught on something else.
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