Nail Fungus Evolution Tool
Slide the scale below to find a visual match with your toenail.
If you recognize your toenail, make sure to speak to a doctor.
How It Looks
AREA AFFECTED – 20% or less – Mild
Although 20% or less of the nail plate is affected, it may go un-noticed. At this stage the earlier the diagnosis the better chance of successful treatment. Show it to your doctor as soon as possible.
Pictures provided by Dr A.K. Gupta, MD, PhD, FRCPC
Discoloration
Fairly constant and is typically cream, white, yellow or orange coloured. Note: colour remains fairly constant throughout the stages, so it is not necessarily an indication of how far along the toenail fungus is but the discoloration will affect a larger area of the nail as it progresses.
What To Expect
Nail Crumbling
The nail may be flaky, and its condition may worsen over time.
Nail Deformation
Nail thickening may appear and progress over time.
Discomfort
Some discomfort where nail is ingrown, deformed and thick enough to rub on inside of shoes.
How It Looks
AREA AFFECTED – 20% TO 60% – Moderate
20-60% of the nail plate. If left un-treated the condition will worsen and not resolve itself. Show it to your doctor as soon as possible.
Pictures provided by Dr A.K. Gupta, MD, PhD, FRCPC
Discoloration
Fairly constant and is typically cream, white, yellow or orange coloured. Note: colour remains fairly constant throughout the stages, so it is not necessarily an indication of how far along the toenail fungus is but the discoloration will affect a larger area of the nail as it progresses.
What To Expect
Nail Crumbling
The nail may be flaky, and its condition may worsen over time.
Nail Deformation
Nail thickening may appear and progress over time.
Discomfort
Some discomfort where nail is ingrown, deformed and thick enough to rub on inside of shoes.
How It Looks
AREA AFFECTED – 60% – Severe
60% of the nail plate. Make sure to consult your doctor as soon as possible.
Pictures provided by Dr A.K. Gupta, MD, PhD, FRCPC
Discoloration
Fairly constant and is typically cream, white, yellow or orange coloured. Note: colour remains fairly constant throughout the stages, so it is not necessarily an indication of how far along the toenail fungus is but the discoloration will affect a larger area of the nail as it progresses.
What To Expect
Nail Crumbling
The nail may be flaky, and its condition may worsen over time.
Nail Deformation
Nail thickening may appear and progress over time.
Discomfort
Some discomfort where nail is ingrown, deformed and thick enough to rub on inside of shoes.
