and when I clip my toenails it has a stinky smell. What can be causing this and what can I do to treat this?
2006-09-07 16:36:23 · 19 answers · asked by KK 5 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
go2the doc...it is a nail infection...otc treatments will NOT work
2006-09-07 16:38:06 · answer #1 · answered by DontHateMeCauzImBeeUteeFull 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
There is probably a fungal infection. Check with a doctor or skin specialist. In the mean while, soak your legs in warm water that has some shampoo, juice of 1 lemon and Hydrogen Peroxide. Lemon and Hydrogen Peroxide help prevent infections and make sure your toe nails are always cut to the skin level.
2006-09-08 09:58:54 · answer #2 · answered by mads 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems to be a fungus infection under your nail. They sell antibacterial drops in the pharmacy. If the discoloration does not grow up with good nail coming in you need to see a podiatrist and he will prescribe a stronger cream and propbaly a oral antibiotic. It will take almost a year for your nail to grow out completely once you have stopped the infection.
2006-09-07 23:44:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fungus..
If you didnt have the smell, only discoloration, I would advise you to just use a basecoat and buff the discoloration off. But the smell lets you know you have a fungus. Especially when you file and it smells like a wet dog..
2006-09-07 23:43:24 · answer #4 · answered by ROO! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you have nail fungus. There are a number of products that you can buy at the store to treat it yourself, but the most effective medications are prescription medications. See a doctor.
2006-09-08 01:51:36 · answer #5 · answered by drshorty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, a fungus. See your docotor. Lamisil is prescribed most times for toenail fungus. But talk with the doctor to see what they suggest.
2006-09-07 23:41:54 · answer #6 · answered by Bible Trekker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use chlorine used in swimming pools in a tub of water and soak your feet for 20 to 25 minutes. alternately go swimming daily. your nails will be clean within days.
the stink will dissapear too.keep the area dry.
2006-09-08 12:35:03 · answer #7 · answered by healer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tea tree oil. the highest strength possible. Melaleuca based in ID sells the purest form available in the U.S. They are on the web.
2006-09-07 23:38:58 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like a fungal infection. I would see your doctor for a prescription strength medication. Good luck!
2006-09-07 23:43:32 · answer #9 · answered by darci_67 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
vicks vabor rub - it works on thick toe nails to - takes awhile but it does work - put it on the toe nail 2 times a day - rub in real good
2006-09-07 23:43:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fungus. There is a foot spray you can use. But I would recommend going to the doctor
2006-09-07 23:38:53 · answer #11 · answered by MaTt 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋