Nail Conditions

There are many nail conditions from which one can experience symptoms, including brittle nails, psoriasis nails, paronychia, onycholysis, pseudomonas (green nail syndrome), and onychomycosis (nail fungus). Nail fungus is most commonly seen and treated by a dermatologist.

Nail fungus develops from a fungal infection, often resulting in a visible white or yellow spot on a fingernail or toenail. The most common way to contract a nail fungus is through direct contact with someone else with a fungal infection; yet, nail fungus is not always contagious. You can contract a nail fungus from having a small cut in the skin around the nail, which presents an opening for fungus to grow. If left untreated, the nail fungus can cause the nail to crumble, thicken, or become discolored.