Thick, yellow toenails left so long they split and crumble. Nails so misshapen they dig into the skin, causing infections. Or, in the most severe cases, curling into what we call ‘ram’s horns’ that ...

Dr. Philip Caswell, of Family Foot & Ankle Care in Sparta, is a graduate of Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. Family Foot & Ankle Care offers a full array of podiatric services to help ...

Toenails can reveal clues about your health and lifestyle. While brittle toenails often just happen along with aging, they could also hint at a vitamin deficiency or a fungal infection. By zeroing in ...

Common causes of yellow toenails include excessive nail polish use and fungal infections. However, yellow toenails can sometimes be a sign of a more serious underlying health condition, such as ...

Q: After running for five years, I’m finally a “real” runner; I just got my first black toenail after a 10-mile race. What is the best way to treat it?” Jen K., New Market A: Congratulations on ...

Both a bane to runners and—in some strange way—a badge of honor, the black toenail, or subungual hematoma, is actually blood collecting underneath your nail. It can occur from acute or chronic injury, ...

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Toenail problems extend beyond mere cosmetic nuisances, often acting as potential indicators of broader health concerns or stemming from a variety of factors. Among these concerns, the occasional ...