Your doctor will assess your affected nails thoroughly before providing you with a detailed treatment plan. There are three primary ways to go about treating fungal nail infections, which may be used independently or in combination with each other depending on your unique needs. They are: Oral antifungal medication: This includes terbinafine, itraconazole, or fluconazole, all of which must be taken every day for a series of months. These types of medications can impact your liver and are prone to interacting with other medications, so your healthcare provider will assess your unique medical situation to determine if they’re right for you. Topical medication: This comes in the form of a lotion that must be regularly applied to the affected area over a prescribed amount of time. Topical medications are often paired with oral fungal medications to improve their effectiveness. Laser treatments: This type of treatment can decrease and/or eliminate the fungus under the nail by using special laser technology. However, the cure rate for laser treatment is typically much lower than oral and topical alternatives, meaning that it’s not usually the first line of defence when it comes to treating a fungal infection.  If you have a fungal nail infection and don’t know where to turn, connect with us at Island Medical & Beauty Clinic. Our team of medical professionals provides thorough, safe, and professional treatment that you can rely on. For more information, reach out to us; otherwise, you can book in for an appointment online at your earliest convenience. We are conveniently located at 3470 Waialae Ave Ste 6, Honolulu, HI 96816. We serve patients from Honolulu HI, Halawa HI, Aiea HI, Village Park HI, Pearl City HI, and surrounding areas.