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Fungal nail infection - Prevention

Alternative Names

Nails - fungal infection; Onychomycosis; Infection - fungal - nails

Prevention:

Good general health and hygiene help to prevent fungal infections. Keep the skin clean and dry. Take proper care of the nails (see treatment). Wash and dry the hands thoroughly after contact with any fungal infection.

  • Reviewed last on: 10/26/2006
  • Michael S. Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.