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Old 05-20-2013, 08:12 AM
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Has anyone had any luck treating toe nail fungus??? I hesitate going for treatment because I have heard so many negatives.

North Lakeland Foot Clinic - Dr. Pruchniewski - claims to be having success with laser treatment.

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Old 05-20-2013, 08:35 AM
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It appears it is caused by a systemic fungus and if you choose to take the oral medication, it is a choice to ponder for awhile.
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look for someone who uses lasers
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Old 05-20-2013, 11:31 AM
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I found someone who uses lasers I'm looking for someone who has been successfully treated with laser treatment.
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Here is a link to what Mayo says.

Nail fungus: Treatments and drugs - MayoClinic.com
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Have a friend who used Vicks Vapo Rub on the affected nail. Rubbed it on morning and night...it worked.
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Just used over the counter fungus cream rubbed it in 4 times a day cleared it right up within 2 months without the 12 month prescription.
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Tea tree oil!
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Old 05-20-2013, 01:44 PM
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Here is a link to what Mayo says.

Nail fungus: Treatments and drugs - MayoClinic.com
Thanks Gracie - some good information their.
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Vinegar may help
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ORLANDO FOOT AN ANKLE CLINIC in Ocoee, FL did an excellent job removing toe
nail fungus for me. Dr. Cramer is excellent.---One time charge inclues all follow up
treatments. He uses a patented Laser treatment
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Old 05-21-2013, 07:01 AM
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I took an oral med for about six months about ten years ago. It cleared it up about 90%.
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There is an article in the Orlando Sentinel this morning where an internist used vapor rub with success. His dermatologist recommended it.
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