Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treatment for toenail fungus isn't always ...
2019年6月14日 · Toenail fungus usually is caused by a microscopic organism called dermatophyte fungus. It often begins as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your toenail. But as the infection goes deeper, nail fungus may cause your nail …
How can I avoid infected ingrown toenails? - Mayo Clinic News …
2019年5月1日 · Ingrown toenails are a common condition in which the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh. The result is pain, redness, swelling and, sometimes, an infection. Ingrown toenails usually affect your big toe. Often you can take care of ingrown toenails on your own. If the pain is severe or spreading, […]
How do I avoid foot fungal infections? - Mayo Clinic News Network
2018年8月15日 · Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually begins between the toes. It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tight-fitting shoes. Athlete's foot is closely related to other fungal infections such as ringworm and jock itch. It can be treated with over-the-counter antifungal medications, but the […]
Home Remedies: Complications of ingrown toenails
2017年5月5日 · Ingrown toenails are a common condition in which the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh. The result is pain, redness, swelling and, sometimes, an infection. Ingrown toenails usually affect your big toe. Often you can take care of ingrown toenails on your own. If the pain is severe or spreading, […]
Tuesday Q and A: Numerous conditions can lead to low white …
2014年12月2日 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 16-year-old granddaughter was recently diagnosed with a low white blood cell count after going to the ER twice with a migraine headache, vomiting and temporary loss of sight. What could cause a low white blood cell count in someone her age? I am worried it’s something serious and am wondering what […]
Candida auris: This fungus is a health care concern
2023年4月14日 · This fungus is dangerous and is a concern in health care facilities because the infection spreads easily, resists drug therapy and is difficult to treat. More than 1 in 3 patients with an invasive Candida auris infection die, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) .
Mayo Clinic Minute: Fingernails are clues to your health
2022年8月5日 · Psoriasis can affect fingernails and toenails, causing pitting, abnormal growth and discoloration.. August is Psoriasis Awareness Month.
Living With Cancer: Hormone therapy for prostate cancer
2019年6月14日 · Hormone therapy for prostate cancer Most prostate cancer cells rely on testosterone to help them grow. Hormone therapy for prostate cancer, also called androgen deprivation therapy, is a treatment to stop the male hormone testosterone from reaching prostate cancer cells in your body. Learn about how the therapy works, the possible side effects and …
Mayo Clinic Minute: Erectile dysfunction can signal other problems
2019年6月14日 · Despite it being a common problem, erectile dysfunction (ED) can make a man feel embarrassed or alone. Seeing a health care provider about the condition is not only better for mental and sexual health, it could also reveal other underlying concerns. As part of Men's Health Awareness Month coverage, Dr. Landon Trost, a Mayo Clinic urologist, talks about how ED …
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is TIL therapy?
2024年9月17日 · In early 2024, the Food and Drug Administration approved a new treatment for advanced melanoma called tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte therapy (TIL therapy). Dr. James Jakub, a Mayo Clinic surgical oncologist, explains that TIL therapy can be a one-time treatment for some patients diagnosed with advanced melanoma. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute