Nail infections - tinea unguium

B35.1


DESCRIPTION

Nails are lifted, distorted, crumbling and discoloured. One or more nails may be affected.

GENERAL MEASURES

Topical treatment is generally ineffective for fungal nail infections.

Systemic treatment is often unsuccessful and recurrent infections are common if repeat exposure is not prevented.

REFERRAL

Only patients that are distressed by cosmetic appearance.