Signs Of Nail Infection 

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Nail infections are surprisingly common due to humid weather, sweaty shoes, and shared grooming tools. Spotting symptoms early can help you treat the infection before it spreads or becomes painful.

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Discolouration

Yellow, white, brown or greenish patches that weren't there before could indicate nail infection.

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Thick or brittle nails

Nails becoming unusually thick, crumbly or breaking easily can be a sign of nail infection.

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Pain or tenderness

Nail infections can cause soreness when you press the nail or wear shoes.

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Redness or swelling

The skin around the nail looking puffy, warm or irritated could be due to an infection.

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Pus or fluid

Any discharge around the nail fold is a clear infection sign.

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Nail lifting

If a nail starts separating from the nail bed or looks raised, it could be an infection.

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Foul smell

A bad odour coming from the nail, usually due to fungal overgrowth.

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