Could shoes be the cause of a nail fungus?

by Waterless Pedicure on September 13, 2008

Coo coo achoo asked:

I bought a pair of shoes and a couple months later I developed a nail fungus in the second toe on each foot (which I thought rather strange). I tried a bunch of topical solutions however they never really cleared the fungus up completely. I have a new pair of shoes now and haven"t applied anything to the nails in about 4 months and my nails are returning to normal. Could it have been something in the shoe that caused the problem in the first place? I very perplexed and grateful!

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Skullchick September 15, 2008 at 5:01 pm

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Part of the problem could be the ventilation of the shoes, improper ventilation will help fungus to breed. Also some of the chemicals used in processing the various materials to make the shoes may have disturbed the natural bacterial balance of your feet making them more prone to fungus.

jonny September 16, 2008 at 8:12 pm

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could have been the shoes depending on the material, leather, pores etc. best to buy leather with liner, alternate shoes every other day and keep feet clean, change socks mid-day if possible.

criketndogz September 16, 2008 at 9:20 pm

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maybe shoes
also avoid pig meat and yeast bread
take olive leaf to protect ur immune system and kill any parasites

butrcupps September 19, 2008 at 7:29 pm

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I seriuosly doubt that new shoes gave you the fungus that you got in your toenails. Topical treatments DON’T work. If this happens again, don’t waste your money. You’re lucky it’s going away. Hopefully there won’t be a next time, but if there is, call your doctor for a prescription. He may need to see you.

Doni September 21, 2008 at 5:57 pm

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try using vicks vapor rub on the toenail and cover it while ya sleep, it helps kill the fungus under the nail…ever seen the comercial with the “demataphites” living under the nail:}

handresearch September 23, 2008 at 9:26 am

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Hello Stormy Knight,

Nail fungus can indeed be a result of the shoes, for example: when the shoes are to tight for the feet it might create sweat-feet.

In case you would like to read a little bit more on the various causes which can create nail fungus, take a look at:

Or:

PS. Nail conditions that show signs of infection or inflammation require medical assistance and cannot be treated at a beauty parlor

I hope it helps you to find a solution for your nail problem.

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