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Suggest Treatment For Fungal Infection In The Toenails
Question: I have toenail fungus I read that u have to fight it internally with probiotics witch one would be the best for that
Brief Answer:
Align is the best probiotic
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
While it may be helpful for many reasons to take a probiotic, I am not sure that it will really help toenail fungus.
Usually you have to be on an antifungal medication for 6-12 months to get rid of toenail fungus.
However, taking a probiotic is a great idea for most of us and especially if you are on any form of antibiotics or antifungal medicaton. The one that has been most studied is called Align. It is also the one that most gastroenterologist recommend.
I hope this is helpful and let me know if you have further questions.
Dr. Robinson
Align is the best probiotic
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
While it may be helpful for many reasons to take a probiotic, I am not sure that it will really help toenail fungus.
Usually you have to be on an antifungal medication for 6-12 months to get rid of toenail fungus.
However, taking a probiotic is a great idea for most of us and especially if you are on any form of antibiotics or antifungal medicaton. The one that has been most studied is called Align. It is also the one that most gastroenterologist recommend.
I hope this is helpful and let me know if you have further questions.
Dr. Robinson
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