Download How To Tell If Toenail Fungus Is Dying Background. Toenail fungus eats away at the nail until it's literally destroyed. But most people tend to get it through a pedicure, a public shower, or hotels. it's tough to have completely clear, perfect toenails (i'm talking about when they're not painted)—especially if you're the perfectly painted type.
But even if treatment is successful, nail fungus often comes back.
Nail fungus is very common, and it can be a major nuisance. The dead nail will begin to detach (and eventually fall off) while a new toenail grows in. Since toenail fungus (onychomycosis) usually isn't painful, many people put off seeking treatment, says peter joseph, dpm, a podiatrist with allegheny health. How to protect your toenails.