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This diagram shows a healthy and regular nail that has an intact cuticle. The nail is cut straight across and filed slightly at the edges. This will limit the potential for fungus to get inside the nail and in to the nail root.

يظهر هذا الرسم التوضيحي ظفرًا صحيًّا وطبيعيًّا مع جليدة سليمة. الظفر مقصوص بشكلٍ مستقيم في الأعلى وممتلىء قليلًا عند الأطراف. هذه الطريقة تحد من احتمالية دخول الفطريات في الظفر وفي جذوره

 

However, if the nail cuticle is removed it leaves the root at risk of developing a fungal infection. Also, if the nail is trimmed down too far at the sides it can lead to a fungal infection which can grow in the nail sulcus. 

إلّا أنّه في حال نزعت هذه الجليدة، تصبح الجذور عُرضة لالتهاب فطري. أيضًا في حال تقليم الظفر بشكل مفرط عند الجوانب، يمكن أن يُحدث ذلك التهاب فطري في تلم الظفر

 

This is an example of a toe without a nail. The nail sulcus is like a strong type of skin, similar to a special train track which supports the toe nail. If that gets trimmed away the nail can collapse and curl. 

هذا مثال عن اصبع قدم من دون ظفر. يشبه تلم الظفر نوع قاسٍ جدّا من الجلد يشبّه بممر القطار الذي يحمل ظفر إصبع القدم. في حال أُزيل هذا التلم بشكلٍ كامل، قد يهبط الظفر ويلتف

 

Another example shows a toenail that is cleaned too well because the cuticle has been removed which again can lead to a fungal infection. 

مثال آخر يُظهر ظفر إصبع القدم منظّف بشكلٍ مفرط بحيث نُزعت الجليدة ممّا قد يؤدّي الى التهاب فطري

 

On the other hand, the cuticles can overgrow and they can be pushed back and the excess trimmed. Although, the actual cuticle itself which we can in this example should never be removed.

في المقلب الآخر، يمكن للجليديات أن تنمو بشكلٍ مفرط وأن تُدفع إلى الوراء وتُقلّم الزوائد. أمّا بالنسبة إلى الجليدة في هذا المثال، فلا يجب إزالتها أبدًا

 

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Can Nail Polish Cause Toenail Fungus? What to Know About White Toenail Changes

Nail polish can make your toenails look neat, but wearing it for long periods may hide changes in the nail. If you notice white patches, cracking, thickening or crumbling after removing polish, avoid covering the area again until you know what is causing it.

White or chalky marks can be a sign of a fungal nail infection, also known as toenail fungus or onychomycosis. However, nail damage, staining and other conditions can look similar, so it’s best not to self-diagnose.

What should you do if you notice changes?

Remove the polish and arrange an assessment with a podiatrist. They can examine the nail and, if needed, take a sample to help confirm whether fungus is present. Depending on the findings, they may carefully reduce loose or damaged nail and recommend a suitable treatment, such as an antifungal nail lacquer.

Toenails grow slowly, so treating a fungal nail infection takes patience and consistent care. Professional nail care may improve the nail’s appearance, but clearing an infection and seeing healthy nail grow back usually takes time.

If you notice a change in your toenail, don’t simply cover it with more polish. A podiatrist can help identify the cause and guide you towards the right care.


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