Fungus or fungi are tiny microscopic plants that grow in dark, moist and humid places.
There are different kinds of species of fungi such as mushrooms, molds, and yeast.
Toe nail fungus infection which is also called Onychomychosis or Tinea Unguium in medical terms.
Some fungi have practical uses and some can be dangerous or harmful to us.
Dermatophytes (plants living on skin) are the fungi that cause jock itch, athlete's foot, and toenail fungal infection.
Yeasts and molds can cause toenail fungus among other types of infections.
These fungi are excessive in places such as public pools, locker rooms and public showers.
They infest the skin and nails through tiny microscopic scratches and scrapes or spaces in-between the skin and nails.
People that are susceptible to this type of infection are those who work in warm and damp places, with medical conditions like diabetes, weakened immune system due to illness or a surgery, those with poor blood circulation and people who walk barefoot in public pools, shower and locker rooms.
Do not pick at the skin around your fingernails or toenails because it may give germs easy access to both your skin and nails.
In some cases a toenail fungus infection can lead to other complications such as foot sores, permanent damage to your nail and ingrown infections.
Eliminate toenail fungus by keeping the feet and toenails short, dry and clean, also use a regular application of antifungal solution and proper hygiene to avoid infecting other people.
Do not cover up nails with polish or artificial nails because this can trap moisture in the nail causing the toe nail infection to get worse.
A portion of toenail fungus remedies is prevention, don't allow it to continue to grow and spread, it's important to quick stop feeding it.