My fingernails are not normal. What could it be?

Question

Hello doctor,

There is something wrong with my right fingernails, but my left nails are fine. What to do with it?

Answer 1

Hi,

I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.

I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

I understand your concern, but there are no attached photographs in your message. Kindly send a picture of the affected area of the fingernail to help you better. I need to see the affected area to assess the condition and suggest the appropriate diagnosis and treatment to you. Please send a picture of the affected area.

Thank you for consulting me.

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Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

Thanks for sharing the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have a fingernail fungal infection, known as onychomycosis. You will need to take the following medications for six to eight weeks once a day. You will start seeing results slowly, but the full effect might take up to four to six months, but you do not need to continue this medication beyond eight weeks. Take a tablet of Terbinafine 250 mg once a day for eight weeks.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.