Losing a toenail can be a disconcerting experience. Our toenails play a vital role in protecting our toes from injury and helping us maintain balance. While it’s not uncommon for toenails to fall off ...

In the case of a severely infected great-toe paronychia, does it matter whether or not you start antibiotics before you perform partial nail removal? —Gregory H. Tuttle, MD, Chapel Hill, N.C.

Toenail changes often serve as early warning systems for underlying health conditions, with fungal infections representing one of the most common yet overlooked indicators of immune system function ...

Toenail infections might seem like minor inconveniences, but medical experts warn they can spiral into severe complications if ignored. Known in medical terms as onychomycosis or paronychia, these ...

An ingrown toenail is when the corner or side of the toenail grows into the skin next to it. It is a common condition that can cause pain, swelling, and redness. Ingrown toenails affect around 20% of ...

Toe pain can happen for a few different reasons. It might be from temporary problems, like a broken toe or blisters, or due ...

Mike Jones went to the hospital with a toe blister that wasn't healing but terrifying scans revealed a severe bone infection requiring an emergency leg amputation ...