Infectious Diseases

A very common, although not a life-threatening fungal infection of the nail, Onychomycosis is regarded as a serious health problem because of increasing global prevalence. According to a study by P. Dyanne et al, Onychomycosis occurs in 10% of the general population but is more common in older adults; the prevalence is 20% in those older than 60 years and 50% in those older than 70 years. The increased prevalence in older adults is related to peripheral vascular disease, immunologic disorders, and diabetes mellitus. Men are more affected by Onychomycosis as compared to women, according to a study titled ‘Onychomycosis: Diagnosis and management’. Onychomyco...