Abstract

A DETAILED REVIEW ON THE ONYCHOMYCOSIS DISEASE

*Omkar Dhaigude, Yash Shirke, Suraj Govari, Pradnesh Gharat and Mohit Jadhav

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Abstract

Onychomycosis is type of fungal infection which affects nails, caused by various fungi including dermatophytes, non-dermatophytes Mold and Yeasts. Primary dermatophyte responsible for this infection are trichophyton mentagrophytes and Trichophyton rubrum, Nondermatophytes Molds Like aspergillus and fusarium, and yeast such as candida alibicans, can also cause Onychomycosis. Diagnosis involves laboratory tests like nail clipping and fungal cultures. Treatment options include photodynamic treatment, laser therapy, and oral and antifungal medications. Novel antifungal agent and treatment methods, such as posaconazole and albaconazole, are showing promise. Additionally, research is ongoing for treatment like synthetic antifungal peptides, non-thermal plasma, propolis, and ultrasound recurrence. These intricate microbial communities cling to the nail and are resistant to therapy. Children can contract the fungus through existing nail abnormalities or environmental contamination. Dry-type plantar tinea pedis is commonly present in this case. Overall, Onychomycosis remains a challenging condition to treat, and further research is needed to develop more effective and safer treatments.

Keywords: Onychomycosis, Etiology, Pathogenesis, Epidemiology, Clinical Features, Diagnosis & Diagnostic Studies, Complications, Treatment, Current & Future Development, Etc.