How do you treat thick discolored toenails?

Applying a small amount of melted coconut oil can help heal thick yellow toenails. You can purchase over-the-counter (OTC) antifungal nail creams and ointments. Be sure to clip and clean your nails before use to make sure the creams reach deeper layers. Laser therapy can be used to treat a fungal toenail infection.

What causes toenails to thicken and turn black?

Toenails that have become thicker over time are a likely sign of a fungal infection. Learn what symptoms to look for and how to treat this condition. If your toenails are discolored, thick, or cracking, you may have toenail fungus.

Can you file down a thick toenail?

For nails that are still intact, it’s acceptable to gently file down the nail as long as you don’t file it too thin (this can increase the possibility of infection).

How do I get rid of the white stuff under my toenails?

In white superficial onychomycosis, for example, the white patches of fungus that form on the nails can sometimes simply be filed off and an over-the-counter antifungal topical medication can be applied to the nail to kill the fungus.

What causes discoloration on the bottom of the toenails?

Red- and orange-colored nail polish are more likely to cause discoloration. Nail hardeners containing formalin, dimethylurea, or glyoxal can also cause discoloration. The only way to get rid of nail polish-related discoloration is to take a break from painting your nails.

Why are the tips of my toenails so thick?

Your toenails can thicken for many reasons. These include: Among these, a fungal nail infection — onychomycosis (on-ih-koh-my-KOH-sis) — is a common cause of thickened toenails. Thickened toenails: What causes them?

What can I use to soften my toenails?

Soften your nails first by applying urea cream (Aluvea, Keralac) and wrapping your feet in bandages at night. Then wash off the urea cream and use a nail clipper and nail file to trim your nails.

What to do for discolored toenails with psoriasis?

Treatments for discolored nails in people with nail psoriasis include: 1 topical applications that a person applies directly to the nails 2 steroid injections near the nail 3 laser therapy 4 phototherapy