Chemo and fungal nail infection

I have a fungal nail infection in my big toes . I have had it for a long time and can shift it . I am about to start chemo so I need to bring this to the attention of the oncology team ?.

  • Hello and thank you for your post,

    I think, to be on the safe side, that you should let your chemotherapy team about your toes know before you start treatment.

    They may be happy for you to continue with the treatment or they may want to get rid of the fungal infection first.

    I hope it all works out for you.

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Take care,

    Caroline