Patient's question:
I have had toenail fungus for over ten years. I visited a doctor for toenail fungus 10 years ago without any symptoms, but it has never been properly treated. Now the toenail fungus has worsened, so I would like to ask the doctor for some advice. What methods should be used to fully cure toenail fungus and onychomycosis like mine?Doctor's answer:
This condition, known as onychomycosis in clinical diagnosis, is a nail disease caused by fungal infection of the finger (toe) nails. It is recommended to seek early treatment, as it may potentially affect other healthy nails. In general, this condition can be treated with topical antifungal preparations under the guidance of a doctor, and short-term oral antifungal medication may also be prescribed. However, if only conservative treatment is used, it is relatively difficult to cure, and the treatment duration is quite long. Personally, I suggest that it is best to first undergo surgery to remove the affected nail before starting medication, as this can yield more significant results.