Can toe onychomycosis infect the hand

onychomycosis can be transmitted to the hands.

onychomycosis is caused by fungal infection and is contagious. If hygiene is not observed, such as scratching the affected part of the foot frequently, the hands may be contaminated with fungi, increasing the risk of hand infection. Foot fungi can be transmitted to the hands in many ways. For example, if the hands are not thoroughly dried after washing the feet, the fungi may adhere to the hands; Or after touching the toenail, direct contact with other items, when touching these items with your hands, may also cause the fungus to spread to your hands.