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About Nail Fungus

There is a lot of wrong and misleading information out there about nail fungus or Onychomycosis. Pellexasil was founded and is actively led by world-class physicians. Even if you decide Pellexasil is not right for you, we are sure you will find the following information helpful in your quest to understand this condition better.

What is Onychomycosis?

Onychomycosis is a fungal infection affecting the fingers and toes around and beneath the nail bed.

What does Onychomycosis look like?

The most common type of nail fungus, occurring in about 85% of people with the condition, is called Distal Subungual Onychomycosis, and occurs when the fungus attacks the nailbed (the skin underneath the nail) and the underside of the nail itself. This type presents with a white, yellow, brown or green toenail that is smooth on the surface. The nail itself is thickened and may demonstrate a crumbly debris underneath the discolored nail. The nail is often separated or lifted from the nailbed. The skin on the toes and around the nail may be inflamed, with an itching and burning sensation.

Endonyx (superficial) Onychomycosis is much less common and affects about 10% of all who have nail fungus. The fungus invades the surface of the toenail itself rather than diving beneath the nail and rooting in the nailbed. The surface of the nail may have a chalky white appearance or appear thickened and discolored. The nail may be ridged or rough and flake easily.

What causes Onychomycosis?

Onychomycosis occurs when fungus takes up residence under and around the nails. Walking barefoot in wet or moist, dark areas like locker rooms, pool facilities, saunas, spas, and even showers exposes feet and nails to fungus that invades tiny cuts on feet, or the soft tissue around nails.

It is extremely difficult to contract onychomycosis from another person, unless there is frequent, prolonged and intimate touching of the infected area.

Fast Facts

  • Over 65 million people suffer from Onychomycosis and most don’t even know.

  • Nail fungus in women often comes from professional manicures and pedicures.

  • Nail fungus in men often comes from sports trauma.

  • Women suffer from Onychomycosis just as frequently as men.


Common Myths About Nail Fungus

You can achieve clear nails in weeks using treatment.
It takes at least 6 months for your nails to completely grow out, even if the fungus is already killed.
Toe nail fungus resolves on its own.
Toe nail fungus will never go away without treatment.
Petri-oil, honey, lemon juice, and other essential-oils/ homeopathic ingredients can clear nail fungus.
There is no scientific data to support these claims.

How do I know if I have Onychomycosis?

There is no substitute for an examination by a medical professional. However, preliminary self-diagnosis is possible by answering the following 4 questions:

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Does your nail look discolored – particularly yellow or brown?
Has your nail grown thicker or does it have ridges or creases?
Does the surrounding skin look enflamed and/or do you feel slight discomfort?
Were your nails bruised by trauma and haven’t healed?