Some nail conditions that show signs of infection or inflammation may require medical assistance.

Nail inspection can give hints to the internal condition of the body as well.

Nail disease can be very subtle and should be evaluated by a dermatologist with a focus in this particular area of medicine.

[7] Before beginning oral antifungal therapy the health care provider should confirm a fungal infection.

[7] Administration of treatment to persons without an infection is unnecessary health care and causes needless exposure to side effects.