Efficacy of lamisil in the treatment of onychomycosis of the finger nail

ABSTRACT

Fungal infection of the nail is commonly encountered dermatological problem in Nigeria. It is observed to be more frequently encountered in female patients who for cosmetic reasons seek dermatological services readily than males. A strong association between tinea pedis and onychomycosis has also been established. The most commonly encountered dermatophyte in the infection of the nail is trichophyton rububrum; which is known to be very difficult to treat and to re-occur very often