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GlossaryOnychomycosis

fungal infection affecting nails, causing thickening and discoloration

Onychomycosis, also known as nail fungus or tinea unguium, is a fungal infection that affects the nails, causing them to become thickened, discolored, and brittle. It is commonly caused by dermatophytes, but can also be due to yeasts or non-dermatophyte molds. Treatment often involves antifungal medications, which can be topical or oral, and in severe cases, may require removal of the affected nail.

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research Systemic Antifungals: Overview, Applications, and Costs

January 2018 in “Springer eBooks”

Terbinafine is the most effective medicine for fungal nail infections, especially for diabetics and those with weak immune systems.

research Comparative Anatomy of Mouse and Human Nail Units

55 citations , February 2013 in “The Anatomical Record”

Mouse nails are similar to human nails, making them useful for studying nail diseases.

research Dermatologist-Diagnosed Skin Diseases Among Immigrant Latino Poultry Processors and Other Manual Workers in North Carolina, USA

16 citations , March 2013 in “International Journal of Dermatology”

Immigrant Latino workers in North Carolina, especially in poultry processing, often have skin diseases like fungal infections and acne.

research Can Online Medical Education Improve Management of Challenging Cases of Onychomycosis?

April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

Online medical education helps doctors make better clinical decisions and increases their knowledge in treating fungal nail infections.

research Superficial Fungal Infections

54 citations , October 2019 in “Australian Journal of General Practice”

Accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing superficial fungal infections, with terbinafine being the best oral treatment for nail infections.

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community Evidenced Based Meta-Analyses and Systemic Reviews of Androgenic Alopecia and Treatments

in Research/Science 14 upvotes 5 years ago

Evidence-based treatments for androgenic alopecia, such as minoxidil, finasteride, low-level laser light therapy, dutasteride, platelet-rich plasma, and topical ketoconazole. It discusses the efficacy, safety, and mechanism of action of these treatments, as well as future developments in understanding this polygenic condition.