Customer care: Fungal nail

+Retail
In print
Customer care

Customer care: Fungal nail

Darshana Kanjee

Darshana Kanjee

Man's toes with calluses and fungal
Nail fungus will spread if left untreated, and lifestyle changes can prevent reinfection [Image: SWELLEN AZEVEDO ON ISTOCK.COM]

Fungal nail infections may seem superficial initially, but they can lead to pain and even permanent damage to the nail. Dunedin pharmacist Darshana Kanjee looks at how pharmacy teams can help

A fungus-infected nail, or onychomycosis, is a prevalent and stubborn condition. It is caused by the growth of fungal spores that have made their way