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Fungal nail infection (onychomycosis) - Management
What should I advise about prevention of further infections?
- Advise the person to:
- Treat other fungal infections, such as athlete's foot.
- Wear footwear in public environments such as communal bathing places, locker rooms, and gymnasiums.
- Consider replacing old footwear as this could be contaminated with fungal spores.
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