I would like to tell you how to recognize nail fungus and care for it if you should happen to get one. Your fingernails and toenails should be a part of your daily grooming and in this article you will find out how to identify when you are getting a nail fungus. Contagious fungi, or bacteria of the nail is a serious problem. It is also called nail mold. This is not really mold, but a discoloration caused by a bacterial infection. Once you read this article you will be able to correct your nail problem before it gets out of hand.
Growing bacteria on our skin is a natural occurrence, but sometimes it can grow out of control. If artificial nails are worn, then you must be aware of the infection called Pseudomonas aeruginosa (nail mold). This is a yellow-green coloring that becomes darker in it's advanced stages. The color usually changes from yellow to green to brown to black. If the nail has been infected for a long period of time, it may become soft and begin to smell and the plate becomes tender to the touch. If this occurs, the nail will likely fall off. If you notice this in your nails, you may want to see a physician.
Looking at the fungus or bacterial infection of the nail is not pretty but it is easily killed by removing the artificial nails. This bacteria cannot live in the presence of oxygen. Therefore removing the artificial nail can slow or even stop the infection altogether.
Using strict sanitary precautions can help avoid these infections and save your nails. If you suspect you may have an infection, and are wearing artificial nails, carefully remove the artificial nails and if the problem remains, see a physician. If you catch the problem soon enough, simply taking off the artificial nails, and applying alcohol to the surface of the nail should kill the bacteria. A stain of the nail will remain and can only be removed by growing out. However, the bacteria is gone and the stain does not indicate there is still infection or bacteria still on the nail.
If you have or suspect you have a nail fungus or infection, do not go to a professional nail salon to have your artificial nails removed because they will not do it. This infection or fungus is such a contagious condition that removing you artificial nails by a professional could endanger future clients and create a health risk. Instead, remove the nails yourself.
I recommend removing your artificial nails often and leaving them off for a couple days to ensure your natural nails are bacteria and fungus free. Then you can reattach some artificial nails and be confident your nails are healthy.
