HEALTH TOPICS 
Toenail Fungus (Onychomycosis)
What Is It?
Toenail fungus is a condition that disfigures and sometimes destroys the nail. It is also called onychomycosis
Toenail fungus can be caused by several different types of fungi. Fungi are microscopic organisms related to mold and mildew.
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