March 4th I attended the 14th annual scientific session of the Council for Nail Disorders, which coin-sided with the American Academy of Dermatology meeting in Miami. The meeting brought 62 physicians, 60 dermatologists and 2 podiatrists from all over the globe.
The subject matter presented was cutting edge from the world's most re-owned experts. Topics included nail tumors, reviews and update on recent literature and research involving the nails, nail surgery and nail pathology including onychomycosis (Fungal infections)
Take away points
- Diagnosis and treatment of nail tumors is under diagnosed
- A correlation between fungus from the toenails and fingernails
- Use of combination of urea and anti fungal topical creams prevent recurrence.
- Presence of yeast, hyperhidrosis (sweaty feet) and smoking inhabits a patients cure.
- Laser (near infrared) treatment very promising in treating fungal infections.
- Laser (near infrared) also promising for treating psoriatic nails.
- Recurrent infections should be biopsied to rule out malignancy.
The meeting was very insightful and beneficial. I look forward to continual participation with the Council on future studies and research.
