Suggest Treatment For Fungal Infection In Thumb Nail

Posted on Tue, 15 Dec 2015

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Tue, 15 Dec 2015 Answered on

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Question : What would cause my left thumb nail to separate from my nail bed at the cuticle? The nail has a "milky" hue.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (23 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
onychomycosis

Detailed Answer:
Hello
for thanks for the query.
Such separation of nails happens in onychomycosis.
It is a fungal infection involving the nails.
Can you please upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me in giving a closer diagnosis.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (2 hours later)

I don't know how to upload a photo. I will ask my husband if he can do it. I don't think he's interested in helping. Should I see my family doctor?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (31 hours later)

Brief Answer:
onychomycosis

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Your symptoms are suggestive of onychomycosis.
I treat such cases with oral antifungals like fluconazole.
You can meet your family doctor and discuss regarding this treatment.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar