Fungal nail infections are most often caused by dermatophytes, yeasts and moulds.
Nail Fungus – Causes, Testing and Professional Treatment
Fungal infection of the nails, professionally called onychomycosis, is more common on the feet than on the hands. There are several types of fungi that can attack the nails. The most common are dermatophytes, but also yeasts and moulds.
We can get infected in places where people walk barefoot and where there is a lot of moisture (e.g. swimming pools, saunas, group bathrooms,…). Men and people who are intensively involved in sports are more often infected. There is also a greater chance of fungal infection in people who already have fungal skin infections, nail damage, peripheral vascular disease (diabetes) or a weakened immune system. The number of infected people increases with age. Only one nail can be affected, most often on the big toe, but eventually several nails become infected.
Make sure to watch the video with Pedimed on how to deal with fungal nail problems, which was aired on RTV SLO.
Nail fungus destroys the toenails of both the elderly and the younger population. In the case of faster infection, the individual sensitivity or susceptibility of an individual to infection is also decisive. The success and speed of treatment depends on the extent of damage to the nail. Persistence and regular visits to the pedicurist/podiatrist are essential.
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How do we treat nail fungus?
Methods of nail fungus rehabilitation
We recommend testing for fungal infection before the treatment at the Pedimed Center.
In the case of a positive result, we use the following methods of nail fungus treatment:
- cleaning the nail and the nail canal,
- sanding and removing the fungal part and local treatment with antifungal agents,
- PACT MED photodynamic therapy,
- PODOPHARM MYKOGEN® care – professional care in the salon that you continue at home.
Photodynamic antimycotic therapy treats nail fungus and ingrown toenails
PACT MED – Photodynamic therapy
It offers an alternative to the systemic treatment of nail fungus – without side effects. The nail fungus remediation method has proven to be a very successful remediation method. We remove the damaged/infected part of the nail, apply the PACT MED gel, wait a few minutes and irradiate the nail with an LED light.
Complete care in the salon and at home
PODOPHARM MYKOGEN® – care for nail fungus
MYKOGEN® is a PODOPHARM® line of professional products for the care of nails prone to fungal infection. We start the therapy at Center Pedimed and you continue it at home. Thanks to their suitable acidic pH and active ingredients, the products complement each other and work as a whole.
- In the salon: we professionally clean and treat the nail, remove the infected part and apply MYKOGEN® products.
- Washing: MYKOGEN® pH soap twice a day.
- Nail bed: in the evening, MYKOGEN GOLD® butter with azelaic and salicylic acid gently exfoliates and cares for the nail and the nail bed.
- Targeted care: depending on the type of infection, the podiatrist recommends MYKOBOOSTER® oil (dermatophytes) or PODOFLEX® mycostatic tincture (yeasts and moulds).
- Footwear: once a week, MYKOBOOSTER® spray disinfects the inside of your shoes so that the infection does not come back.
After the treatment you will receive detailed instructions for home care. It is important not to skip any steps or replace the products with others. As the nail grows slowly, the therapy takes several months, with regular check-ups in between.
BEFORE AND AFTER
Fungal nails – before and after treatment
Fungus on the big toenail
Thickened, yellow fungal toenail
Fungal infection of the fingernails
From our practice
What is PACT MED photodynamic therapy and why is it special?
Why is this method special?
This antimycotic method destroys toenail fungus more effectively than other methods.
How does the rehabilitation work?
We use photodynamic therapy (LED light and PACT MED gel). This targets and destroys the fungal cells, so the fungus can no longer reproduce.
How often is the therapy performed?
The therapy can be repeated several times. This allows us to destroy the fungus, even if the fungus has strongly and deeply damaged the nail, nail tissue or cuticle.
The images show the condition before the start of therapy, 5 weeks after the implementation of the Pact Med method and 11 weeks after the implementation of the photodynamic method. The results are visible and the rehabilitation was successful.
Natural protection against fungal infections of the feet and nails
FungiSmart
FungiSmart is an innovative line of natural products designed for the care of the skin and nails, and to help prevent and manage fungal infections such as tinea pedis (athlete’s foot).
How does it work?
FungiSmart contains Pythium oligandrum, a beneficial microorganism that helps maintain the natural balance of the skin and nails. It works gently yet effectively, without the use of harsh chemicals, making it suitable even for sensitive skin and individuals with weakened immune systems.
Who can use FungiSmart?
Adults and children
People with fungal infections of the feet or nails
Diabetics and individuals with weakened immune systems
Anyone looking to prevent fungal infections
Our clinics
Where we treat nail fungus
Ljubljana Bežigrad
Peričeva 21, Ljubljana (next to the Bežigrad Health Centre)
Phone: +386 31 796 740
Ljubljana Šiška
Rakuševa ulica 16, Ljubljana
Phone: +386 51 443 100
Novo mesto
Mali Slatnik 13b, Novo mesto
Phone: +386 51 480 800
Opening hours in Ljubljana: Monday to Friday 7 am – 8 pm, Saturday 7 am – 3 pm. In Novo mesto we work by appointment; the clinic is closed on Saturdays. All three clinics are in Slovenia.
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