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Home | Medical-Newswire.Com: Search Medical News: Press Releases | Submit Press Release | Dr. Chris Milke Discusses Embarrassing Toenail Fungus (EMAILWIRE.COM, February 03, 2010 ) Milwaukee, WI. Dr. Chris Milke asked "What is your first image when someone mentions toenail fungus? Is your first image a picture of someone who has poor hygiene, missing teeth and smells bad?" The commercials on TV for oral and topical products depict toenail fungus as comical, something unpleasant to look at but nothing serious. The television ads seem to indicate that all you need to do is use one of their sponsor’s topical or oral treatment and the toenail fungus will be gone. All three of these statements are untrue. "Lots of everyday people deal with toenail fungus", he continued. There are approximately 40 million people all over the world who deal will toenail fungus. Many older adults get toenail fungus. There are several reasons for this. Many older adults have a decrease in their blood circulation, and an increase in their exposure to fungi. They also may have decreased flexibility and vision to care for their feet. People who are diabetic, have circulation issues, or have a poor immune system are more prone to toenail fungus. People who perspire heavily and/or work in humid environments may also be more prone to toenail fungus. Dr. Milkie also warned "Toenail fungus is not a joke as the stigma may present it as. Toenail fungus can be quite painful. Permanent nail damage may be a result. If you are diabetic, have AIDS, leukemia, have had an organ transplant, or have a poor immune system, toenail fungus could lead to serious problems." And lastly, the third misconceived idea is that everyday topical and oral treatments will clear up toenail fungus in a short time. It is important to know that toenail fungus may be difficult to treat, may take a long time to clear up, and the infection may recur. The sooner you see your doctor the better. You may be tempted to purchase over the counter antifungal ointments or nail creams. These procedures generally are not effective. And with today’s economy you don’t want to waste your money on things that don’t work. If you are experiencing pain associated with toenail fungus you might want to consider giving your doctor a call and talking to his nurse. As stated in the last paragraph, if you are diabetic, have a history of cellulites, or are experiencing pain, your podiatrist may prescribe an oral antifungal medication. These medications will help you grown a new healthy nail. However, be aware that it may take four or more months to eliminate the infection and infections may recur. Another treatment to consider is PinPointe™ Foot Laser™. Some clinics are experiencing eighty percent success rate with this treatment. This procedure only takes thirty minutes and is completely painless. In conclusion, Dr. Milkie said "if you have toenail fungus, know that you are not alone and the stigmas associated with toenail fungus are untrue. Many people will acquire toenail fungus during their lifespan. It can be a serious issue and should be addressed. Remember to consult with your podiatrist to see what he recommends." Visit Dr. Chris Milkie's blog at http://www.mayfairfootclinic.com/blog/ for more information on prescription orthotics, and many other treatments to relieve foot and ankle conditions, or to get information on the newest, and highly successful laser treatment for toenail fungus. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Milkie, or to learn more about Mayfair Foot Clinic, visit http://www.mayfairfootclinic.com Mayfair Foot Clinic Dr. Chris Milkie 414-257-0676 webmaster@mayfairfootclinic.com Source: EmailWire.com