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DermatologicalMildContagious
Fungal Nail Infection
Podiatry · Dermatological
Mild
Severity
Common — affects an estimated 10% of the general population, with higher rates in older adults
Prevalence
Yes
Contagious
Podiatry
Specialist
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Warning Signs — When to Seek Immediate Help
- Sudden severe worsening of Fungal Nail Infection symptoms not responding to prescribed treatment
- Difficulty breathing, chest tightness, or rapid heartbeat associated with Fungal Nail Infection
- High fever (above 39 °C / 102 °F) that does not improve with medication after 24 hours
- Confusion, altered consciousness, severe weakness, or inability to stand or speak clearly
- Signs of rapidly spreading infection — increasing redness, swelling, or skin changes
- Symptoms occurring in infants, elderly (65+), pregnant women, or immunocompromised individuals
- No improvement after 48–72 hours of prescribed Fungal Nail Infection treatment
- New or different symptoms suggesting spread to other organ systems
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