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Definition of Onychomycosis

Onychomycosis: Fungal infection of the nails. Fungal infections can involve either the toenails or the fingernails. Nail fungal infection is usually caused by the dermatophyte fungi Trichophyton rubrum which can invade the nail bed. See dermatophytic onychomycosis.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
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Last Editorial Review: 11/30/1999 8:49:00 PM

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