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My Boyfriend Has Toenail Fungus, Will I Get It? 16

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boyfriend - girlfriend with barefoot feetWe’ve all heard about the birds and the bees. Well, most of us have. And with those dreaded speeches about sex education, we get inundated with advice to protect ourselves during sexual activity. It stands to reason, of course, that we should always take measures to protect ourselves against communicable diseases. It’s no secret that there are several sexually transmitted diseases out there.

Toenail fungus is a communicable disease. As you’re likely aware, it can be picked up when your feet are placed in moist, dark areas where bacteria love to flourish. Change rooms, swimming pools and puddles in dank areas are all prone to passing along a fungal infection to your feet. But what about when someone you know has toenail fungus? Can you contract it from that person? How do I prevent spreading toenail fungus to my partner?

More specifically, if you’re in a romantic relationship with someone, you’re bound to be closer to that person than just about anyone else, right? If your boyfriend or girlfriend has a toenail fungus infection, can it be sexually transmitted? Don’t assume that this is a silly question. It’s a very reasonable concern. So much so that it was found as a question in the Q&A section of ZocDoc.com.

“My boyfriend has nail fungus on his fingers and toes, some scaling of skin on hands. If I have sex with him and he touches me, can I get it on the inside as well as the outside?” posed the question. We’d like to put any fears to rest by noting that the answer given by the website indicated that sexual activity itself does not spread toenail fungus. What a relief, right?

“In terms of your personal concern about contracting skin or nail fungus inside the vagina,” reads the response, “this turns out not to be possible. The type of fungus that lives on the skin requires keratin to grow, and keratin is not found in the cells that line the vagina.” It should be mentioned, however, that while sexual activity doesn’t cause the spread of toenail fungus, your proximity to an infected person can do the trick.

In other words, skin-to-skin contact can make you liable to contracting a fungal infection if it is made with someone else who is infected. That means you could simply be lying beside your boyfriend and pick up an infection. You’ll want to avoid sharing towels, nail clippers and other personal items that could come into contact with your feet as well. Consider it a form of abstinence!

But, other than a noticeable appearance, how exactly would you know if someone has a toenail fungus infection or not? According to Healthline.com, there are a number of factors than can lead an infection. Among them are diabetes, advanced age, if you wear artificial nails, if you have a disease that affects the blood vessels, if you have a nail injury and if you have a weakened immune system.

Will you get toenail fungus from your boyfriend? There honestly is no conclusive answer. You know the precautions you should take. However, if you do end up with an infection yourself, there is help by way of an incredible product known as Zetaclear. It is actually known as the #1 customer recommended solution for toenail fungus. Check out the Zetaclear website to learn more about its quality guarantee!

Is Toenail Fungus Contagious? 2

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Depositphotos_26159123_xsWhenever most of us see someone cough or sneeze, it sort of becomes an instinct for us to look away or cover our own mouths. The truth? We don’t want to catch anyone’s cold. It’s common knowledge that colds are contagious. Who wants to pick up another person’s germs, right? When we know that illnesses are contagious, we do what we can to avoid contraction.

So why aren’t we taking better care of our feet? Unfortunately, toenail fungus is contagious. So obviously, we should be doing all that we can to avoid placing our feet in areas where they may pick up a fungal infection. There are also certain measures to take to make our feet less susceptible to contracting toenail fungus. In today’s blog, we’ll review what some of those measures are.

According to Allie Coleman on NationalNailFungus.org, “toenail fungus is contagious and if your toenails are yellow, cracked or crumbling, green or dry and distorted, you are probably a sufferer, and there is a good possibility it came from someone else.” But where could it come from? Coleman points out public pools and showers are two main culprits of passing along fungal infections.

So what measures should be taken to avoid contracting toenail fungus? “Avoid public places, like pools,” suggests Coleman. Now, that may be a tough sell. After all, with the summer time providing the perfect opportunity to take dips in the pool, how can it be avoided completely? Coleman suggests that you “avoid public showers and use protective footwear whenever possible.”

In addition, wearing socks around the house can help reduce the risk of spreading the contagious infection. Noticeably, her tips involve keeping your feet covered. It is essential to beware of where you step whenever you are barefoot. She even admits that “these things may sound cumbersome, but your family will be the first ones affected by your failure to maintain proper hygiene.”

Funginix helps cure toenail fungus!

Funginix helps cure toenail fungus!

The point is that toenail fungus spreads by contact – just like the flu, Coleman points out. She goes on to describe how fungus spreads in the form of a bacteria and has a long incubation period. It is possible to contract it from someone who doesn’t even realize that they have it. So ensure that you’re not doing anything silly like sharing shoes with a friend. This is an especially important tip for kids.

It’s important to be aware of your surroundings and the people in your general area. On ToenailFungusTreatmentReviews.com, Susan Binford writes that “most people don’t take toenail fungus seriously. Since they may never have had an infected toenail before, they think they don’t have to pay attention to the various warnings about toenail fungal infections. The reality is these infections are highly contagious, and if you are not careful you can contract one that will take years to get rid of.”

So what happens in your worst case scenario? You’ve done all you can to avoid contracting toenail fungus and yet, you’re now noticing the unsightly symptoms. An excellent fungus-fighting product known as Funginix is bound to help you. It’s known as one of the most effective toenail fungus solutions on the market today. Log on to the Funginix website to learn about their no-questions-asked, 60-day money back guarantee!

5 Conditions Often Mistaken For Toenail Fungus 8

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Depositphotos_22886598_xsIf you’ve been keeping up with our blog, you’ve learned quite a lot about toenail fungus. You know that it’s unsightly and can be painful. You know that there are home remedies and products on the market that can help alleviate the symptoms. You also know that there are some surefire cures out there! And we’ll get back to that momentarily. But did you know that there are other problems that you may have with your toenails that aren’t necessarily a sign of toenail fungus?

Believe it or not, your feet are susceptible to a number of conditions that aren’t all that fun to deal with. But thankfully, not every one of them entails a fungal infection. As WebMD.com points out, there are actually a number of conditions that are often mistaken for toenail fungus. In today’s blog, we’ll review five of them in hopes to potentially quell any fears you may have about a current condition you may be facing.

1. Lines and ridges. According to the website, it’s quite common for us to see lines and ridges in our toenails. It goes on to note that the appearances of lines and ridges can be exacerbated by pregnancy. Sorry ladies! They can be seen in your fingernails as well – and if you happen to be a nail biter, your chances of developing large grooves down the centre of your nails are bound to worsen.

2. Senile nails. An unfortunate fact of life is that as we get older, our bodies start to deteriorate. Sorry again to break the news to you! WebMD.com reminds us that with age, our nails become more brittle, developing ridges and sometimes separation of the nail layers at the end of our nails. In order to help avoid this, you’ll want to stay away from cleaning solutions, says the site. Try to avoid soaking your nails in water as well.

3. Whitish or yellowish nails due to onycholysis. Onycholysis is the term used to describe the separation of the nail from the nail bed. But most people tend to refer to this occurrence as “Ow!” The discolouration that you see is due to the air finding its way in between the nail and the skin it is separated from. The website advises that to resolve this condition, you trim the nail short and avoid cleaning underneath it. You may also polish it if you want to hide the colour.

4. Red or black nails due to a hematoma. When we stub or hit our nails in any way, it’s common for blood to pool underneath them. This discolouration will eventually grow out of the nail as you trim it, informs WebMD.com. However, the site also warns that if you have not experienced any trauma to your nails and still see black spots underneath them, you should consult a doctor. You want to make sure that it is not melanoma.

5. Green nails caused by Pseudomonas bacteria. If you’re first reaction is “Ew!”, you’re not alone. When a nail is separated from the nail bed and bacteria makes its way in between, it can create a green pigment. Advises the website, “the treatment is to trim the nail short every four weeks, don’t clean it, polish if you want to hide the color, and wait two to three months. It is also advised to avoid soaking the nail in any sort of water…and to thoroughly dry the nail after bathing.”

So there you have it. Not all conditions involving your toenails are automatically fungus-related. However, if you do find that you have a toenail fungus problem, there is a solution that has been proven to destroy it. Remember those surefire cures we mentioned earlier? Zetaclear is considered to be the best of the bunch! A combination topical polish and homeopathic oral spray, Zetaclear effectively kills nail fungus dead. Learn more by visiting the Zetaclear website today!

Can Surgery Remove My Toenail Fungus? 9

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Toenail FungusToenail fungus is a problem that no one wants to have. But when it becomes unavoidable and an infection occurs, there are a variety of methods that sufferers can employ to remove it. Among them is surgery. However, this is generally only recommended when the fungal infection is very severe. The surgery can implement the removal of the entire nail. And that’s no fun!

How is the surgery performed? According to WebMD.com, surgical nail removal can be done at either a clinic or a doctor’s office. The site describes two types of removal. There is “avulsion” which is the removal of the entire nail. There is also “debridement” which indicates that only part of the nail is removed. The processes for each are similar, and neither sound all that enjoyable to experience.

To alleviate pain, an injection is made into the finger or toe where the nail needs to be removed, reveals WebMD.com. The doctor then loosens the skin surrounding the infected nail so that it can be separated from the skin using a tool that goes underneath the nail. Following the removal of either the entire nail or part of it, an antibiotic ointment is applied to the wound, and it is then covered with gauze and tape.

So what can be expected after surgery? WebMD.com notes that the wound needs to be clean and dried regularly for the first few weeks following the surgery. The antibiotic ointment also needs to be regularly applied. Full healing is expected within a few weeks, however the nails do take much longer to grow back. The website reveals that it takes about six months for fingernails and between 12 and 18 months for toenails!

Are there any drawbacks to the surgery? As you can imagine, removing a fingernail or toenail hurts! The website admits that pain is the most obvious risk with surgically removing infected nails. This is why such a procedure is only performed if a large portion of the nail is considered diseased or damage, or if the infection is already very painful. There are other risks as well.

WebMD.com notes that the risk of infection can increase if the area is not kept clean, dry and regularly treated with antibiotic ointment. Constant care of the operated-upon area is very important for a full recovery. Unfortunately, the nails are not guaranteed to grow back perfectly either. The site notes that sometimes, abnormal nail growth results post-surgery. They could grow back in odd shapes and have strange appearances.

So is surgery a viable option? It all depends on the severity of your infection, we suppose. The site reveals that when a nail is completely removed and antifungal cream is applied, it increases the chance of a complete cure of the infection. As well, “for a chronic severe fungal nail infection, you can choose to have the nail matrix destroyed during the removal procedure. This treatment prevents a diseased or disfigured nail from growing back.”

Surgery, it is important to remember, should be considered a last resort. A safer, more pain-free solution can be found in Zetaclear. This incredible fungus-fighter is revered as the #1 customer recommended solution for toenail fungus. The one-two punch of a topical solution combined with a homeopathic oral spray has been known to knock toenail fungus right out. For more information, log on to the Zetaclear website today!