Mayo Clinic Q and A: Treatment for toenail fungus isn't always ...
Jun 14, 2019 · In some cases, fungus can get into the cells that make the nail, called the “nail matrix.” That can make the fungus difficult to eliminate because the cells manufacturing the …
How do I avoid foot fungal infections? - Mayo Clinic News Network
Aug 15, 2018 · The infection can affect one or both feet and can spread to your hand — especially if you scratch or pick at the infected parts of your feet. Causes Athlete's foot is …
Home Remedies: Complications of ingrown toenails
May 5, 2017 · Ingrown toenails are a common condition in which the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh. The result is pain, redness, swelling and, sometimes, an infection. …
How can I avoid infected ingrown toenails? - Mayo Clinic News …
May 1, 2019 · Ingrown toenails are a common condition in which the corner or side of a toenail grows into the soft flesh. The result is pain, redness, swelling and, sometimes, an infection. …
Tuesday Q and A: Self-care steps may help prevent tonsil stones …
Oct 14, 2014 · DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What causes tonsil stones? Is there a way to permanently get rid of them, other than having my tonsils removed? I am 48 and have heard that having a …
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Self-care steps may help shrink varicose veins
Nov 10, 2015 · Even when they don’t cause symptoms, many people want to get rid of varicose veins. You have several options for that. A procedure called sclerotherapy involves injecting a …
Tips for coping with an anxiety disorder - Mayo Clinic News Network
Dec 1, 2024 · While many people with anxiety disorders need psychotherapy or medications to get anxiety under control, lifestyle changes and coping strategies also can make a difference. …
Health and zombie cells in aging - Mayo Clinic News Network
Dec 1, 2023 · With age, cells can experience senescence, a state where they stop growing but continue releasing inflammatory and tissue-degrading molecules. When a person is young, the …
Home Remedies: Effective earwax removal - Mayo Clinic News …
Aug 8, 2018 · Earwax is a helpful and natural part of your body's defenses. It cleans, lubricates and protects your ear canal by trapping dirt and slowing the growth of bacteria. Earwax …
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is valley fever?
Sep 24, 2024 · "Valley fever is a fungus. It lives in the soil, and it's endemic, or known to be in regions in the Southwest, such as Arizona, lower California, New Mexico and parts of Mexico," …