Our 5-Star-Rated Rockville Podiatrist Discusses The Causes, Treatment & Prevention of Yellow Toenails A variety of conditions or diseases may cause toenails to turn yellow; solving the condition may be as simple as using and removing dark nail polish on your toes, which may create a stain when you remove the polish. In most cases…
Monthly Archives:February 2017
Our Fairfax podiatrist wants you to know that cutting your toenails properly is one of the best ways to prevent the foot pain and discomfort caused by ingrown toenails. An ingrown toenail is a condition where the nail curves and grows into the skin, resulting in pain and possible infection. Using the correct trimming method…
Bunions are painful and annoying growths, and our Burke podiatrist warns that they are commonly caused by footwear choice. Women are more susceptible to bunions than men; consider that in cultures around the world where people have never worn tight-fitting shoes or high heels, bunions rarely exist. Now that you’re aware of some of the…
Our Springfield podiatrist certainly understands why many people enjoy the relaxation of a salon pedicure. Aside from creating beautiful feet, the salon also provides a chance for letting someone else take care of you! Keep in mind, though, that salons can be a breeding ground for bacteria and fungus, which move easily from one person…
Our Bethesda podiatrist has a warning for you: it isn’t just water that’s swirling down the drain in a public shower or locker room shower! Sweat and skin cells combine with water, and some people (though we hope not many) urinate in the shower as well, whether accidentally or on purpose. Various strains of mold,…