What should I do if my toenails have become thickened and hollow?
Disease description:
I’m not sure what’s going on, but recently I suddenly noticed that the toenails on two toes of my left foot have become thickened and hollowed out. What should I do about thickened and hollowed toenails?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Gan Liqiang
Thickened and hollowed toenails are generally considered symptoms of onychomycosis. Patients should visit a hospital for a nail fungal smear test. If diagnosed with onychomycosis, antifungal medications such as itraconazole capsules may be prescribed. Patients should follow their physician’s instructions and take the medication regularly; local symptoms will gradually return to normal. As itraconazole is a lipophilic drug, it is best taken after meals.
