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Onychomycosis

An onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails of the hands or feet. It is caused by a fungus which develops on thenail and gradually destroys it. The microscopic fungus responsible usually belongs to the Trichophytongenus which feeds on nail keratin.

The onychomycoses usually occur in the toes although fingernails can be affected. © Beau Lark, Corbis, rights-free. The onychomycoses usually occur in the toes although fingernails can be affected. © Beau Lark, Corbis, rights-free.


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