If you have a nail fungus infection, you should know that the infection does more than just give you unhealthy toenails. The infection is a medical condition caused by a live, active fungus that grows and spreads by eating your skin and nails.

Just like any infection on your face or body, a nail fungus infection should be seen by your primary care physician, podiatrist, dermatologist or healthcare professional for a diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Important facts you should know about your infection:

	A nail fungus infection won't go away on its own. It most likely will get worse and over-the-counter surface treatments you apply directly to your nails may not reach it in sufficient amounts where it grows deep under your nail in your nail bed.
	Left alone, the infection can cause pain in some people, disrupt activities, and may even spread to other nails, or people whose bare feet come into contact with places your bare feet have been.
	Nail fungus infection can lead to bacterial infections in other parts of the body.
	Covering your nail with nail polish or hiding your nail in socks or shoes is not a solution. It can actually help the infection spread by giving it a warm, moist environment.

	They are three times more likely to get nail fungus infection as people without diabetes. If not treated effectively, it can lead to more severe health problems. If you have diabetes, check your feet and nails regularly for changes in their appearance. If you spot something, be sure and tell your doctor about it right away.
	Lamisil Tablets work through your bloodstream to attack the infection where it grows deep in your nail bed. Ask your doctor if they're right for you. Learn more about why Lamisil Tablets are effective

A Treatment Story
"If you start having trouble with your feet, and you're a diabetic, you're in big trouble. It was extremely important to me to take care of 'em, and to get the infection cleared up."

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