Back in may of 2022 I discovered gel nail polish. I put on a coat of white gel polish, put under the lamp for 120 seconds then put on my color. When I want to remove polish I use an orange stick and peel off. I then use my drill and smooth out any peeling the nail may have OR sometimes I’d use 100% acetone in a plastic container I bought off Amazon. Leave my fingers soak for 15-20 minutes. I do this routine weekly.
About 6 months ago I added a primer and base coat before applying the first coat of white. About 3 months later my middle finger on my right hand started this cauliflower looking thing under my nail. Then about 3 weeks ago, all my fingers on both hands have this. Plus, all my nails look brownish.
I went to the Dr Friday ( 2 days ago) and he said it looks like either fungus infection or warts!! My heart dropped hearing the word warts!! He gave me an oral pill to take once a week for four weeks. He said if the medication doesn’t work, then it’s not fungal. And never answered me when I said “ how do we fix it if it’s warts?” After giving you an insight into my “ routine” do you think I’ve just destroyed my nails and I’m doomed? Does this look fungal? Warts? I’m afraid to start the meds if it’s NOT fungal.
I have no experience in doing nails, just winged it. All this time I thought the “ eponychium” ( I googled nail anatomy ) was my cuticle and would drill that away. So much so it was open. 3 weeks ago it got really red, a big lump around it and sore. On a few fingers. It’s healed now. But, for them being “ open” I had to be more susceptible to infection, so maybe it is fungal?
Also, the drill I bought I’ve had since may of 2022 and never changed the parts. I figured only I used it, so, it should be safe?
Boy, typing this all out I feel really stupid and embarrassed. Painting my nails calms me immensely. With everything it can take about 2-2.5 hrs and by the time I’m done I’m so calm, happy and relaxed for days ( why I did my nails weekly) That’s all I really thought about. Never if I’m doing it wrong.
I have not done anything to my nails in 3 weeks, just put sally hanson nail hardener on them so they don’t break while I’m taking a break.
I appreciate any help, making fun of me, yelling, ANYTHING you can give me. Truly, I appreciate it. Thank you for your time.
About 6 months ago I added a primer and base coat before applying the first coat of white. About 3 months later my middle finger on my right hand started this cauliflower looking thing under my nail. Then about 3 weeks ago, all my fingers on both hands have this. Plus, all my nails look brownish.
I went to the Dr Friday ( 2 days ago) and he said it looks like either fungus infection or warts!! My heart dropped hearing the word warts!! He gave me an oral pill to take once a week for four weeks. He said if the medication doesn’t work, then it’s not fungal. And never answered me when I said “ how do we fix it if it’s warts?” After giving you an insight into my “ routine” do you think I’ve just destroyed my nails and I’m doomed? Does this look fungal? Warts? I’m afraid to start the meds if it’s NOT fungal.
I have no experience in doing nails, just winged it. All this time I thought the “ eponychium” ( I googled nail anatomy ) was my cuticle and would drill that away. So much so it was open. 3 weeks ago it got really red, a big lump around it and sore. On a few fingers. It’s healed now. But, for them being “ open” I had to be more susceptible to infection, so maybe it is fungal?
Also, the drill I bought I’ve had since may of 2022 and never changed the parts. I figured only I used it, so, it should be safe?
Boy, typing this all out I feel really stupid and embarrassed. Painting my nails calms me immensely. With everything it can take about 2-2.5 hrs and by the time I’m done I’m so calm, happy and relaxed for days ( why I did my nails weekly) That’s all I really thought about. Never if I’m doing it wrong.
I have not done anything to my nails in 3 weeks, just put sally hanson nail hardener on them so they don’t break while I’m taking a break.
I appreciate any help, making fun of me, yelling, ANYTHING you can give me. Truly, I appreciate it. Thank you for your time.