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THINK YOU HAVE TOENAIL FUNGUS?

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Think you have toenail fungus?

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Mild

At this stage, the earlier the diagnosis the better the chance of successful treatment.

what to look for

Moderate

If left untreated, the condition will worsen and not resolve itself.

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Severe

Proper detection, diagnosis and early treatment can help speed up recovery and prevent any permanent damage being done to the nail.

what to look for

Mild

Moderate

Severe

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Foot with mild toenail fungus
Foot with mild toenail fungus Foot with moderate toenail fungus Foot with severe toenail fungus

Still Not Sure?

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WHAT IS TOENAIL FUNGUS?

Toenail fungus—or onychomycosis—is very common and affects about 10% of people

It's a fungal infection

  • About 50% of all nail problems are fungal infections

It must be treated

  • Toenail fungus can worsen with time
  • Toenail fungus usually does not go away on its own
  • Untreated infections can be painful and make it difficult to walk

It's contagious

  • Toenail fungus can spread to other nails and to the surrounding skin
  • Areas like locker room floors and public pools have higher exposure risks
Toenail fungus is a contagious infection that gets worse if not properly treated.
Suspect toenail fungus? Try to get diagnosed and treated as soon as possible to stop the infection from spreading to other toes or people around you.
SEE WHO CAN PRESCRIBE TREATMENT

WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF TOENAIL FUNGUS?

Yellow, white, or brown toenail discolouration

Brittle and crumbly toenail(s)

Toenail(s) that are thicker and raised

Debris under the toenail(s)

Loose or lifting toenail(s)

Next step

If you suspect you have a toenail fungus infection, you should consult a healthcare professional right away.

WHO CAN PRESCRIBE TREATMENT FOR TOENAIL FUNGUS?

In some places, healthcare professionals other than doctors can prescribe treatment for toenail fungus. Choose your province or territory to see who can help.

Alberta
British Columbia
Manitoba
New Brunswick
Newfoundland and Labrador
Northwest Territories
Nova Scotia
Nunavut
Ontario
Prince Edward Island
Quebec
Saskatchewan
Yukon
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner*
* Must have written authorization by Registrar specifying drug or drug class they are authorized to prescribe.
* No information available
Pharmacist
Podiatrist
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Chiropodist
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PROPER DETECTION, DIAGNOSIS, AND EARLY TREATMENT CAN HELP SPEED UP RECOVERY AND PREVENT PERMANENT DAMAGE TO YOUR NAIL(S).
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