Onychomycosis

Updated: 2023-10-28

Description

A nail fungus causing thickened, brittle, crumbly, or ragged nails.

Overview

Onychomycosis is a nail fungus. It causes thickened, brittle, crumbly, or ragged nails.

Symptoms

Rarely, the condition causes pain or a slightly foul odor. Usually the problem is cosmetic.

Treatments

Treatment options are oral antifungal drugs, medicated nail polish or cream, and nail removal.