Skin & Nail Disorders
Fungal Nail Infection
Fungal nail infection thickens and discolours the nails. In diabetics, thick nails create pressure points and the infection can spread to the skin, raising ulcer risk.
warning Symptoms & Signs
- check_circle Thick, discoloured (yellow/brown) nails
- check_circle Brittle or crumbling nail edges
- check_circle Distorted nail shape
- check_circle Sometimes odour
help Causes & Risk Factors
- check_circle Fungal organisms in warm, moist conditions
- check_circle Nail injury
- check_circle Reduced circulation and immunity in diabetes
emergency When to See a Doctor
- check_circle Thick nails causing pressure or pain
- check_circle Spreading discolouration
- check_circle Any nail problem in a high-risk diabetic foot
medical_services How Dr. Shah Treats It
Treatment includes nail reduction, topical or oral antifungal therapy, and addressing footwear and skin hygiene. In diabetics, careful nail care prevents secondary problems.
Discuss your treatment arrow_forwardquiz Frequently Asked Questions
In a diabetic foot, thick nails press into skin and the infection can spread, both of which raise ulcer risk — so treatment is preventive as much as cosmetic.