The unfortunate contraction of toenail fungus is actually more common than you may think. It is estimated that over 11 per cent of North Americans have problems with toenail fungus. There are, of course, a number of precautions that we can all take to avoid toenail fungus infections. And, as you may have guessed, overall cleanliness and a good sense of hygiene are among them.
There are, however, some other factors that may cause fungus to grow underneath your nails. Such factors include having abnormal pH levels of your skin, damaging the nail by way of some sort of trauma and having a weakened immune system that may make you susceptible to contracting the fungus through direct contact with a contagious strain. If all of the above cannot be avoided – not to worry – there are some treatments out there.
On an episode of “The Doctors”, Dr. Travis Stork describes onychomycosis (toenail fungus’ “other name) as a condition that is extremely hard to treat. It is not the type of condition that is easily cured with your everyday over-the-counter medications. He goes on to detail a type of laser treatment that is quickly becoming known as one of the more popular solutions to this problem.
An animated video is shown to depict how the laser treatment penetrates the nails to kill the fungus. While it is admitted that significant results may take upwards of nine months to become apparent, the treatment is described as an effective method of eliminating infection. Essentially, a patient must wait for his or her “new” nail to grow in. Once it does, the previously infected nail growth can be completely removed.
One thing is made clear about laser treatment for toenail fungus during the show. It’s virtually painless. The doctors on the panel make is a point to reveal that the lasers provide comfortable, safe and controlled treatments that don’t result in any pain or discomfort. This is certainly good news for those who may be suffering from fungus infections but are put off by the idea of going under a laser.
However, the doctors who are part of the panel discussion on the show stress the fact that preventative measures need to be taken to avoid the recurrence of toenail fungus. So while laser treatment is an option, it is apparently not a guaranteed solution. “You can get rid of it, but it’s going to come back unless I do weekly (maintenance),” one doctor who received the laser treatment admitted.
“(I need to) put a little cream on there, I need to spray my shoes with an anti-fungal spray,” he continued, “It’s so common, it likes to come back.” Toenail fungus, it seems, is quite stubborn. And while “The Doctors” describes laser treatment as a viable option, the show doesn’t suggest that it’s the ultimate cure. So is there truly a cure for toenail fungus?
Funginix is no everyday over-the-counter medication. It’s an incredible topical toenail fungus treatment that is as easy to use as applying toenail polish. No laser is needed for this treatment. It utilizes an FDA-approved undecylenic acid that works with such natural fungus fighters as tea tree oil and camphor to kill fungus infections. Eliminate your toenail fungus with a proven solution. Visit the Funginix website for details!
I thank you for this Can Laser Treatment Eliminate Toenail Fungus?
Yes, I think it can if applied by a certified practitioner.