Toenails
are something everyone in their mother has.
They
can be pretty, ugly, disgusting, repulsive, etc...
This
website is dedicated to the grossest of gross toenails....the
diseases, fungi, problems, and upkeep.
Here,
I have an interview which took place at 10:40, Central Standard
Time, between my friend Rebecca and I...
Q: Do you
like disgusting toenails?
A:
Yes,
I love to eat them!
Q: Do you
think toenails are prettier left untaken care of, cut and trimmed,
or simply painted nicely?
A: They
look better in my mouth. Or on the dinner table. Seasoning my
steak!
Q: So how
often would you say you and your family eat toenails, on a week
to week basis?
A: Everyday!
When all ours are gone, we invite friends and strangers over and
eat their toenails. Then, when they are all gone we lock them
in the basement, and give them special nail growth stuff. Its
a toenail farm.
Q: What
kind of accomodations do you provide for these dinner guests,
while in the basement?
A: None,
when they die, their toenails grow after death. It may stink,
but we spray febreeze! The stench makes the toenails even better,
all yellow and slimy. Sometimes, they have blood on them.
Q:
How
long has your family been doing this?
A: Since
I was dead.
Q: How
long has that been?
A: ummm,
666 years, and 69 days.
Q:
So,
which kind of toenails are your favorite-the purple fungi ones,
the disease-ridden ones, or just plain yellow?
A:
Yellow,
bloody, and purple ones.
Q: Do they
give you diarrhea?
A:
IM
DEAD BITCH!
That
was the end of our horribly delightful dialogue.
Here
comes the horribly gruesome, yet beautiful in it's own way section!
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this poll!!
Here
are the diseases
that
toes & their nails can be blessed with.
Paronychia infections of
the nail fold can be caused by bacteria, fungi and some viruses.
The proximal and lateral nail folds act as a barrier, or seal,
between the nail plate and the surrounding tissue. If a
tear or a break occurs in this seal, the bacterium can easily
enter. this type of infection is characterized by pain,
redness and swelling of the nail folds. People who have
their feet in water for extended periods may develop this condition,
and it is highly contagious.
Pseudomonas
bacterial
infection can occur between the natural nail plate and the nail
bed, and/or between an artificial nail coating and the natural
nail plate. Many people have been led to believe that the
classic 'green' discoloration of this type of infection is some
type of mold. In actuality, mold is not a human pathogen.
The discoloration is simply a by-product of the infection and
is caused primarily by iron compounds. Pseudomonas thrive in moist
places; it feeds off the dead tissue and bacteria in the nail
plate, while the moisture levels allow it to grow. The after
effects of this infection will cause the nail plate to darken
and soften underneath an artificial coating. The darker
the discoloration, the deeper into the nail plate layers the bacteria
has traveled. If the bacteria has entered between the nail
plate and the nail bed, it will cause the same discolorations
and may also cause the nail plate to lift from the nail bed.
Pseudomonas
A
fungal or yeast infection which results in Onychomycosis,
can invade through a tear in the proximal and lateral nail
folds as well as the eponychium. This type of infection
is characterized by onycholysis (nail plate separation) with evident
debris under the nail plate. It normally appears white or
yellowish in color, and may also change the texture and shape
of the nail. The fungus digests the keratin protein
of which the nail plate is comprised. As the infection progresses,
organic debris accumulates under the nail plate often discoloring
it. Other infectious organisms may be involved, and if left
untreated, the nail plate may separate from the nail bed and crumble
off.
Tinea
Unguis,or
ringworm of the nails, is characterized by nail thickening, deformity,
and eventually results in nail plate loss.
Tinea
Unguis
Onychatrophia
is
an atrophy or wasting away of the nail plate which causes it to
lose its luster, become smaller and sometimes shed entirely.
Injury or disease may account for this irregularity.
Onychogryposis are claw-type
nails that are characterized by a thickened nail plate and are
often the result of trauma. This type of nail plate will
curve inward, pinching the nail bed and sometimes require surgical
intervention to relieve the pain.
Onychorrhexis are brittle nails
which often split vertically, peel and/or have vertical ridges.
This irregularity can be the result of heredity, the use of strong
solvents in the workplace or the home, including household cleaning
solutions. Although oil or paraffin treatments will re-hydrate
the nail plate, one may wish to confer with a physician to rule
out disease.
Onychauxis
is
evidenced by over-thickening of the nail plate and may be the
result of internal disorders -- seek medical advice.
Leuconychia is evident as
white lines or spots in the nail plate and may be caused by tiny
bubbles of air that are trapped in the nail plate layers due to
trauma. This condition may be hereditary and no treatment
is required as the spots will grow out with the nail plate.
Beau's
Lines
are nails that are characterized by horizontal lines of darkened
cells and linear depressions. This disorder may be caused
by trauma, illness, malnutrition or any major metabolic condition,
chemotherapy or other damaging event, and is the result of any
interruption in the protein formation of the nail plate. Seek
a physicians diagnosis.
Koilonychia
is
usually caused through iron deficiency anemia. these nails
show raised ridges and are thin and concave. Seek a physicians
advice and treatment.
Melanonychia are vertical
pigmented bands, often described as nail 'moles', which usually
form in the nail matrix. Seek a physicians care should you
suddenly see this change in the nail plate. It could signify
a malignant melanoma or lesion. Dark streaks may be a normal
occurrence in dark-skinned individuals, and are fairly common.
Pterygium is the inward
advance of skin over the nail plate, usually the result of trauma
to the matrix due to a surgical procedure or by a deep cut to
the nail plate. Pterygium results in the loss of the nail
plate due to the development of scar tissue. Cortisone is
used to prevent the advancement of scar tissue. Never attempt
to remove pterygium -instead, consult a physician for advice and
treatment.
Pterygium
Pterygium
Inversum Unguis
is an acquired condition characterized by a forward growth of
the hyponychium characterized by live tissue firmly attached to
the underside of the nail plate, which contains a blood supply
and nerves. Possible causes are systemic, hereditary, or
from an allergic reaction to acrylics or solvents. Never
use force to 'push back' the advancing hyponychium -- it is an
extremely painful approach, and will result in a blood flow.
Consult a physician for diagnosis and treatment.
Psoriasis of the nails
is characterized by raw, scaly skin and is sometimes confused
with eczema. When it attacks the nail plate, it will leave
it pitted, dry, and it will often crumble. The plate may
separate from the nail bed and may also appear red, orange or
brown, with red spots in the lunula. Do not attempt salon
treatments on a client with Nail Psoriasis. Consult with a dermatologist
for diagnosis and treatment.
Psoriasis
As you
can tell, some of these diseases
didn't have pictures that suited my needs.
