Anatomy & SciencesQuestion 32 of 484

Onychomycosis is best described as:

a.Ingrowth of the lateral nail edge
b.Inflammation of the cuticle
c.A fungal infection of the nail
d.Separation of the nail plate from the bed

Explanation

Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nail plate/bed, often causing thickening, discoloration, and crumbling. It is contagious; service is declined.

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