Asking the Important Questions: Why Do Old Folks Tend to Have Ugly Toenails?

Posted on November 8, 2015 | 2 Comments

The NYT’s Well Blog has some potential answers: fungus infections, poor circulation, diabetes, accumulated trauma.

I question the assertion that inadequate drying after bathing is an issue.

I like the advice not to wear the same shoes every day.

Steve Parker, M.D.

 

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2 responses to “Asking the Important Questions: Why Do Old Folks Tend to Have Ugly Toenails?”

  1. mamadoc | November 8, 2015 at 4:07 AM |

    The Well columns overall are about as helpful as whatever three of my mother’s friends would tell me on a topic. Less so, actually.
    Did you see the recent takedowns in the comments section of Jane Brody’s columns on cholesterol and one on diet. Whack, whack, whack.

    Re: toenail fungus. Effective treatments vary from person to person, but seem to be eucalyptus or tree tea oil, thyme oil, corn meal or vinegar soaks, and right now, I am giving decolorized iodine a try.
    It’s a matter of long-term commitment and using a fungicide.