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Results 1 - 6 of 6 for Nail infection
  1. Nail infection - candidal (image) 
    A paronychia is an infection around the nail. Many organisms can cause a paronychia. This particular case is caused by the yeast-like organism Candida. Note the inflammation ( ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/1877.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Aging changes in nails (image) 
    ... can be a normal aging change. However, some nail changes can be caused by infections, nutritional problems, trauma, and other problems.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/8671.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Handwashing (image) 
    ... between the fingers, the thumb, and under the nails. Rinse well. Dry with a clean towel or air dry. Proper handwashing is the best way to avoid spreading germs to help prevent infection.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientimages/000269.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Handwashing (image) 
    ... between the fingers, the thumb, and under the nails. Rinse well. Dry with a clean towel or air dry. Proper handwashing is the best way to avoid spreading germs to help prevent infection.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19986.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Laceration versus puncture wound (image) 
    ... by a sharp pointy object such as a nail, animal teeth, or a tack. This type of wound usually does not bleed excessively and can appear to close up. Puncture wounds are also prone to infection and should be treated appropriately.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19616.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Fungus (image) 
    Fungal infections are caused by microscopic organisms (fungi) that can live on the skin. They can live on the dead tissues of the hair, nails, and outer skin layers.
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/9485.htm - Medical Encyclopedia