What Causes Yellow Colored Thickening Of The Thumbnail?

Posted on Tue, 14 Mar 2017

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Tue, 14 Mar 2017 Answered on

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Question : My left leg thumbnail is thickened and little yellow in colour. I have attached images for reference. Sometimes it pains as well

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (35 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Seems to be fungal infection, antifungal drugs, nail removal

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at HealthcareMagic
I have reviewed the attached photograph and it seems to be onychomycosis which is fungal infection of the nail.
If I was your treating doctor I would recommend you to take oral antifungal medicines like capsule itraconazole 100 mg twice daily for 12-16 weeks. Antifungal medicines can have side effects.
It is a prescription drug and you need to see the doctor in person to get it.
Alternatively if you want to avoid oral medication you can consult a dermatologist and get this nail removed. This will get rid of your infection.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

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