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Effects of Fungal infection on nails and preventive Measures

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Effects of Fungal infection on nails and preventive Measures Fungal nail infections are infections of the fingernails or toenails that can lead the nail to become discolored, thick, and more likely to crack and break. Infections are prevailing in toenails than fingernails. The technical name for fungal nail infection is “onychomycosis.” Who gets fungal nail infections? Anyone can get a fungal Nail Infection . Some people may be more vulnerable than others to get a Fungal nail infection, including older adults and people who have the following conditions: A nail injury or nail surgery Diabetes A weakened immune system Blood circulation problems Athlete’s foot (ringworm on the foot)   fungal nail infection image by Google Prevention: Keep your hands and feet clean and dry. Clip your fingernails and toenails short and keep them clean. Don’t walk barefoot in areas like public showers or locker rooms. Don’t

Who Gets Fungal Infections and how it is caused and effects?

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Who Gets Fungal Infections and how it is caused and effects? Fungal infections mostly occurs in people without weak immune systems Fungal infections that are not life-threatening, such as nail, skin, or vaginal yeast infections are common. Some infections can be more serious. Lung infections like histoplasmosis or Valley fever can happen in people who live in or visit certain areas. Anyone can indulge with a Fungal Infection , otherwise healthy people. Fungi are familiar in the environment, and people breathe in or come in contact with fungal spores every day without getting sick. However, in people with weak immune systems, these fungi are more likely to indulge with an infection. fungal infection and skin diseases                          People with weak immune systems Infections that materialize because a person’s immune system is weak are called opportunistic infections. These illnesses can be led by bacteria