The abnormalities in your toenails and fingernails speak a lot about your health. They are usually a sign of fungal nail injury or infection; however, they also signify a more critical underlying disease. If you see a change in color, shape, thickness and texture in your nails, you must visit your GP. Here are common [...]

Your hygiene practice is not enough if you can’t show off beautiful and clean toenails. The way your toenails look will reflect your health and your kind of person. Infected, discolored and ingrown nails are embarrassing and this can be prevented when you know how to take care of your toenails. Here are tips in [...]

It is necessary to trim your toenail properly so you won’t end up having ingrown toenails. It seems easy to trim your nails but when you do it the wrong way, it will cause your toenail discomfort and problems. If you can notice your toenail is beginning to submerge into the soft skin around it, [...]

Paronychia is an infection that develops alongside the edge of the toenail or fingernail. This could develop suddenly because of bacterial infection or might persist for a longer period of time because of a fungal infection.  This is most seen in children as a result of finger-sucking and nail biting. It can be acute or [...]

The occurrence of ingrown nails is the result of the irregular growth of the toenails and the surrounding tissues. This situation causes irritation and inflammation on the corners of your toes. The signs of having ingrown toenail include pain on the sides of the toe, sensitivity to force and swelling. Ingrown nail usually have no [...]