Leo Hartmann

I heard that bleach will cure toenail fungus, but after reading some of the comments of burning, I am hesistant to try it on my toes.

Please advise,   Leo

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
For onychomycosis or nail fungal infection, systemic antifungal medications such as terbinafine and itraconazole, or topical such as nail paints containing ciclopirox or amorolfine are used and for these you need to consult a dermatologist. Bleach or hydrogen peroxide is used but in dilutional form.

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your dermatologist. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.