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Hi #dermtwitter! Back for another #tweetorial/#medthread on nails! Today we’re learning about:
ONYCHOMYCOSIS- nail fungus!
This is THE most common nail condition- so follow along!
Education from @naildisorders
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Hi #dermtwitter! Back for another #tweetorial/#medthread on nails! Today we’re learning about:
ONYCHOMYCOSIS- nail fungus!
This is THE most common nail condition- so follow along!
Education from @naildisorders
#medstudenttwitter #medtwitter #meded #FOAMed
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Onychomycosis is more common in adults than kids.
Trauma, diabetes, immunosuppression, tinea pedis, psoriasis, and family history are some risk factors
Pro tip- check the feet for tinea pedis if you suspect onychomycosis!
@podiatrytoday
Onychomycosis is more common in adults than kids.
Trauma, diabetes, immunosuppression, tinea pedis, psoriasis, and family history are some risk factors
Pro tip- check the feet for tinea pedis if you suspect onychomycosis!
@podiatrytoday
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Patients with onychomycosis present with nail discoloration (yellow to brown), onycholysis (nail separation), nail brittleness, or nail thickening.
The big toenail is most frequently affected.
Fingernail involvement without also have toenail involvement is uncommon.
Patients with onychomycosis present with nail discoloration (yellow to brown), onycholysis (nail separation), nail brittleness, or nail thickening.
The big toenail is most frequently affected.
Fingernail involvement without also have toenail involvement is uncommon.
