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Posts for tag: Toenail
Pedicures have grown in popularity over the years. Now that its spring, a lot of women break out the sandals and want those toes looking good. Gel nail polish is all the rage. Why? It lasts up to two weeks, or longer, without chipping and peeling. After the salon applies the polish it has to dry in UV light to cure. That is the danger.
The UV light is blamed for an increased risk of skin cancer. The skin cancer is usually found around the tissue surrounding the nail or on the toes, but can affect the whole foot. If skin cancer is suspected, a biopsy will be performed. The most common form of skin cancer in this area is squamous cell carcinoma.
If a patient insists on getting a gel nail polish pedicure, Dr. Bowman recommends the patient apply sunscreen to the feet that is SPF 50 or higher at least 30 minutes prior to the salon appointment.
It is always a good idea to check your feet for any new growths and check between the toes as well. If you notice something new or that has changed, see your podiatrist right away.
Contact Dr. Bowman if you have any questions or concerns at 713-467-8886 or visit our website.
“Dr. Bowman, My referring doctor told me I had a Paronychia. What is it?” I get this question at least once a week.
A Paronychia is a skin infection that occurs around the nails and is often occur with an Ingrown Nail. This condition is usually caused by an injury to the surrounding tissue of the nail from picking at the nail, improper trimming of the nail and trauma.
The main symptom of a Paronychia is a painful, red area with swelling to the nail fold. More often than not pus or drainage is present. There may be pus filled blisters with a bacterial infection. Acute Paronychia is typically caused by bacteria called Staphylococcus Aureus.
Treatment is often to perform a minor procedure in the office where the area is drained and a culture will be taken to determine the bacteria. A small portion of the nail may need to be removed as well. The patient will be given oral antibiotics and soaks with a topical antibiotic.
A chronic Paronychia is one that “comes and goes” or one that clears up on its own but then reoccurs. Chronic conditions can cause permanent damage to the shape of the nail and spread of infection to other areas, including tendons, bone, or blood stream.
If you see pus or drainage from a toenail, contact your local podiatrist right away before the condition spreads.
Dr. Bowman is a Foot and Ankle surgeon with Houston Foot Specialists and can be contacted at www.houstonfootspecialists.com or by calling 713-467-8886.
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