Treatment for<unk>  varies greatly depending on the severity of the infection and the length of time it has been present. There are many medically approved options when a patient is treated by a medical professional. For persons who are unable to seek medical help there are also alternative treatments that have been trialled successfully. Medical Treatment There are several medical treatment options, depending on the severity of the infection and how long it has been present. The least invasive treatment includes soaking the<unk>  in alcohol and regularly trimming the<unk>  back, to dry out the area and prevent bacterial colonisation. Moderate cases of<unk>  are prescribed topical antibiotics (silver sulfadiazine, gentamicin, ciprofloxacin, bacitracin and polymyxin B) or oral antibiotics (ciprofloxacin), antiseptic creams, tobramycin eye drops have also been reported to be effective. In severe cases, surgical removal of the infected<unk>  may be required. The patient should always avoid further trauma to the infected<unk>  regardless of the stage of treatment they received. Alternative Treatment Some at-home treatments have been successfully trialled in treating mild cases of<unk> . Soaking the<unk> s in vinegar or a chlorine bleach solution (diluted with water 1:4) at regular intervals can be used when medical help is not accessible to the patient. Prevention Preventative measures should be implemented by those who are most at risk of contracting<unk>  due to their predisposition or lifestyle and workplace choices. Wearing waterproof gloves or gum boots can be effective in preventing prolonged exposure of the<unk> s to water. Avoiding trauma that could lead to the destruction of the epidermis seal is on the<unk> s is a priority in preventing<unk>  recurrences. Patient management and recovery In mild to moderate cases, where the infection clears with minimal medical intervention, the patient should ensure the<unk>  is kept clean and dry and avoid hyper-hydration. Humid climates could lead to a longer recovery than dry climes due to inability to expose the site to very dry air. In cases where surgery is necessary, patients should follow their medical professional’s post-surgery advice.
Green nail syndrome
Yellow nail syndrome
Blue toe syndrome
Shell nail syndrome
Median nail dystrophy
Elejalde syndrome
Scimitar syndrome
Barraquer–Simons syndrome