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Onychomycosis of 52 Years Responds to Oral Low-Dose Food-Grade Hydrogen Peroxide: Case ReportBy Hannah Ayettey, M.D.; Mary Ayettey-Adamafio, M.D.; Charles Hayfron-Benjamin, Ph.D.; Emmanuel Tagoe, Ph.D.; Hector Addo, M.D.; Ruth Ayettey Brew, M.D.; Isabella Quakyi, Ph.D.; Albert Amoah, Ph.D.; and Seth Ayettey, M.D., Ph.D. Condensed ReportBackgroundOnychomycosis (fungal infection of the nails) is notoriously difficult to treat. Conventional antifungal drugs often require long courses, carry risk of side effects, and still relapse frequently. In contrast, dilute oral food-grade hydrogen peroxide (FGHP) has shown promising antifungal action in recent pilot cases. Case SummaryA 71-year-old woman with 52 years of severe nail fungus affecting all fingers and toes volunteered for FGHP therapy after decades of failed conventional antifungal treatment. She received alternating cycles of 0.5% and 1.0% oral FGHP (40 ml three times daily), followed by a maintenance phase. Results
FiguresFigures reproduced from the original case report, with patient consent. Figure 1. Fingernails before treatment - showing dystrophic, thickened, and discolored nails. Figure 2. Toenails before treatment - all toenails affected, with paronychia. Figure 3. Fingernails after 16 months of FGHP therapy - new, healthy nails visible. Figure 4. Toenails after 16 months of FGHP therapy - multiple new nails grown back, restoration of nail beds. DiscussionThis case is notable for two reasons:
ConclusionOral low-dose FGHP therapy appears to be a safe, low-cost intervention with potential to overcome resistant onychomycosis. Further clinical studies are urgently needed to confirm dosage, fungal species response, and long-term outcomes. Editorial NoteThis article is a condensed version prepared for OMNS readers. It highlights the essentials of a longer clinical case report. 👉 For the full original article, including detailed methods, full image set, and references, see: Orthomolecular.org - [Full Case Report] Orthomolecular MedicineOrthomolecular medicine uses safe, effective nutritional therapy to fight illness. For more information: http://www.orthomolecular.org Find a DoctorTo locate an orthomolecular physician near you: http://orthomolecular.org/resources/omns/v06n09.shtml The peer-reviewed Orthomolecular Medicine News Service is a non-profit and non-commercial informational resource. Editorial Review Board:
Jennifer L. Aliano, M.S., L.Ac., C.C.N. (USA)
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