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Prevention

How to stop a fungal nail infection coming back

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Reinfection is common because the environment that caused the first infection usually has not changed.

Circular diagram of the reinfection loop: fungal spores in shoes cause athlete's foot, which reinfects the nail; disinfecting footwear, drying feet and treating the skin breaks the loop.
The reinfection loop — Spores surviving in footwear reinfect the skin, and the skin reinfects the nail. Breaking any link in the loop stops the cycle.

Footwear

Rotate shoes so each pair dries fully. Use an antifungal shoe spray weekly on trainers and work boots.

Socks

Change daily, wash at 60°C where the fabric allows, and choose wool or synthetic wicking fabrics over cotton for sport.

Feet

Dry thoroughly between the toes. Treat athlete's foot at the first sign of itching or flaking.

Communal spaces

Wear flip-flops in gym showers, pools and hotel bathrooms.

Nail care

Keep nails short and filed flat. Never share clippers, and ask salons to sterilise or bring your own tools.

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Medical disclaimer. This article is general information written for a UK audience. It is not medical advice and does not replace assessment by a GP, pharmacist or podiatrist. Always read the patient information leaflet supplied with any product before use.