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How to treat fungal toenail | Pain in toenail - Bucks Foot Clinic

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A lot of cases of   pain in toenail   are caused by fungal toenails and ingrowing toenails. That’s why it’s important to know how to treat fungal toenail at home, as well as   ingrowing toenail management . Keep in mind, however, that home remedies are often a quick fix and may not alleviate the issue altogether. Which is why it’s best to see a podiatrist for your fungal toenail, ingrowing toenail, or pain in toenail. But, if you like quick home remedies to help you ease the pain quickly, this article is just right for you. So, read on to learn about 10 quick home remedies on how to treat fungal toenail! How To Treat Fungal Toenail: Home Remedies Toenail fungus is also called onychomycosis. It is a common fungal infection of the toenail. The main symptom is a brown, white, or yellow coloration on one or more of your toenails. It can spread rapidly and cause your nails to crack / thicken. Toenail fungus is not an attractive look, as you may have guessed already. But, worry...

What’s the difference between a verruca and corn - Bucks Foot Clinic

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  What’s The Difference Between A Verruca And A Corn? Have you ever asked yourself, “What’s the difference between a verruca and a corn?”? One of the very most common problems people face with their feet is the development of warts and  Verruca infections  on their feet. They’re extremely common in most children and young adults, with people having developed at least one verruca on their feet at some point in their life. Verrucas are not pleasant at all. Verrucas are actually a type of wart and not just warts themselves, and are caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV). It’s very easy to confuse a Verruca for other ailments like corns and other types of warts, but Verrucas are very distinct if you know what to look for. So, if you want a run-down of what sets a verruca apart from a corn, read on! Verrucas Vs. Corns: The Key Differences   Most people tend to confuse Verrucas for Corns. A lot of times, patients come in after “mistreatment” caused by the confusion. When...

Is A Verruca A Sore? And Other Questions Answered

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  Verrucas are a very common issue many people from all walks of life face. Though they are so common, there are still many questions surrounding verrucas. No question is too silly when it comes to your health, and this is precisely why we’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help you understand verruca infections better! What Is A Verruca Infection? Verrucae (yes, you read right, the plural of Verruca is Verrucae) are a type of wart that develop on your feet. This type of wart is specific to the feet and is surprisingly common. Verruca infections are usually harmless, and so many people aren’t even aware of their existence. You can either have a single verruca that develops on your foot, or you can also have a cluster of verrucae that covers a greater area on your foot. Verruca infections are a result of a viral infection called the Human Papilloma Virus, or HPV for short. There are so many types of HPV, but in particular HPV 1, 2, and 4 are the subtypes that are mo...