toe nail infection

[amanda522]

what causes a toe nail infection and how is one treated?

[Yena H Do, DPM]

there are several types of nail infections: 1)ingrown nail infection 2) yeast 3) fungus.
treatment types accordingly: 1) soak foot in epson salt and water.  have the corners removed if the ingrown is still problematic
2) apply mentax cream twice daily to the yeast
3) file the nail aggressively to remove most of the fungal nail.  then, apply Lamisil cream on the nails twice daily.  always file the nail prior to application to allow the medication to penetrate.  once the nails look improved, switch over to tea tree oil.

[texasgal1966]

I would like to know alternative treatments besides Rx drugs (like Lamisil) for toenail fungus. Thanks!