Toenail fungus is usually caused by one of a group of microscopic organisms called dermatophytes. Like the yeasts and molds they're related to, these fungi absorb nutrients from organic substances.

Have you ever looked down at your toenails and thought something seemed off? Most of us don’t pay them much attention until something changes. Maybe they turn yellow, feel thicker than usual, or show ...

FACT: Even though the signs of toenail fungus are clear and visible — including dark-colored, discolored, thickened/hardened or brittle/ragged appearing nails — many people’s first instinct ...

The most common misdiagnosis is that people think they have ingrown toenails. Sometimes the process can be confused with a tumor such as melanoma because the nail can turn black underneath ...

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Toenail fungus is a common – and very stubborn – infection. Also known as onychomycosis, is estimated to affect between 6 million to 7 million people in the U.S.

The symptoms of toenail fungus are easy to see -- thickened or brittle nails, often a dull color with spots of white or yellow or, in advanced cases, brown or black.