The problem with the treatment of toenail fungus is quite urgent. According to statistics, 50% of all diseases occur due to parasitic fungi. By being placed on the nail plate, they are able to multiply at a rapid rate and then damage not only the nails but also the skin of the feet. If this disease is not cured in time, it will be very difficult to restore the previous appearance of the skin and nails.
How can you get toenail fungus?
There are two types of fungi. The first is "onychomycosis".Affects only the nail plate. The second is "mycosis". The bacterium damages the skin around the nail. They can occur both together and separately.
Fungi can be infected by three factors: heat, moisture and damage (even with a slight scratch).
In 80% of cases, infection occurs if you visit the following places:
- Public baths, saunas.
- Swimming pool.
- Sports, gyms.
- Changing rooms of various sports and other facilities.
- Hotels and hotels with carpet.
- Beauty salons (through manicure consumables).
- Beach.
I would like to point out that most often those who do not follow their feet properly suffer from fungus:
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In addition, if there are disordersblood circulation, low immunity, obesity, diabetes, HIV, then a person can easilyget infected with this nasty disease.
Signs and Symptoms of Toenail Fungus
After each trip to the pool, public bath, gym and other places, you should carefully examine your feet and toenails. It turns out thatsigns and symptoms can be detected almost immediately after infectioni.
First, the nail plates are replaced:
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- small white spots appear.
- stripes yellowwill appear.
- The nail may thicken.
- Deformation occurs, the shape of the nail plate changes.
- Dryness,redness, burning sensation.
- Cracks may occurbetween the toes.
If you notice any symptoms, go to your doctor or pharmacy for products that will help you get rid of the bacteria.
How to quickly cure toenail fungus - effective drugs against the disease
I did not have the opportunity to visit a doctor, so I decided to read reviews on the Internet from those whohave used drugs. And only then did I go to buy pharmaceutical drugs. I will list the mosteffective and best tools.
Nail fungus pills
If you have immune problems, diabetes or your age is over 50, then you can take pills for this disease.
It is undesirable for other people to take pills, as their effect is significantly lower than creams and ointments and they can cause the following side effects:
- A healthy appetite will disappear.
- The taste will disappear.
- Stomach problems occur.
- Vomiting, allergies may occur.
Any fungal tablets are especially contraindicated for pregnant women, lactating women, and those who have liver and kidney problems.
If you are not one of them, you can safely take antifungal drugs.
Keep in mind that all tablets arelong lasting, so it should be at least 6-8 weeks before the result appears. You will need to take the medicine during this period.
Effective topical antifungal medications
There are other medications that can get rid of the fungus on your feet - these are topical medications. These include creams, ointments, sprays, varnishes, solutions, serums. The result of their action will benoticeable faster than pills.
The following advantages of such means are noted:
- You can use for a long time.
- Suitable for people who should not take pills.
- Allergies and other side effects are rare.
- Low price.
- Easy to apply.
There are also shortcomings of the application:
- cream cannotpenetrate under the nail plate and here are the bacteria.
- Before use it is necessaryto remove part of the bad nail with pliers or a file.
Elbow is the best tool. It not only disinfects the nail, but also penetrates its tissues, penetrating deeper into the inner cells.
Remedies to remove the affected nail
To remove the affected part of the nail, you do not need to go to the surgeon. There are drugs that painlessly remove the diseased layer, disinfect the skin and remove fungus.
If the medicine does not work immediately, it can be given again.
keratolytic patchhas the same effect. It is necessary to stick to the affected part of the nail for 3 days. A special result appears afterre-application.
We treat toenail fungus with folk remedies at home
The best and most effective folk methods are:
- Kombucha. Porridge is made from a small piece of mushroom, which is rubbed into the sore spot several times a day. Compresses can also be made at night. Before this procedure it is better to steam your feet.
- Soda. Make a soda solution with 1 tablespoon and 3 liters of hot water. Then keep your feet in it or make compresses for 20 minutes.
- Sour creamis another helper that relieves itching, redness, and also heals cracks, eliminates dryness.
- Potassium permanganate, garlic or onion juice. The method of treatment is as follows: boil your feet in a solution of potassium permanganate and then rub garlic or onion juice into the inflamed areas.
- Peroxide and fat woman. It is necessary to cauterize the spores of the fungus with hydrogen peroxide and then apply the slurry from the leaves of the "money tree".
- Propolis. A 20% solution is applied to a cotton swab and applied to the infected area for 5 minutes. The procedure is repeated several times a day.
- Tea Tree Oil. It must also be applied as the previous product. It has antiseptic, antiviral and anti-inflammatory action.
- Iodine. This will help only the first stage of fungal development, will dry the sore spot.
The action of folk remedies is effective. You will notice the result in 2-3 weeks.
Treatment of toenail fungus with laser - features of the procedure
New modern method of treatment -laser action. Laser treatment is painless. The fungus is eliminated by 3-4 irradiations and you can observe the effect even after the 1st session.
Main features of the procedure:
- Irradiationof the circulatory system of the fingers.
- Getting rid of itching.
- Dryingnail.
- Eliminateonly fungal spores without touching the surrounding skin.
- Relievesredness.
The treatment session lasts 15-20 minutes. Undoubtedly, thisprocedure is effective.
Prevention of toenail fungus
To avoid the disease, follow these simple rules:
- Do not wear other people's shoes.
- Do not wear foreign slippers when visiting.
- Use only your personal manicure accessories.
- Wash your feet often with soap and water, especially after walking.
- If you know that a person is ill, then disinfect objects and belongings after him.
- Avoid walking barefoot in public places.
- When visiting baths, saunas, swimming pools, wear rubber slippers.
- Don't forget to take a shower after the pool.
- Don't buy or wear shoes that will rub your feet.
- Avoid synthetic socks and tights.
I was able to cure toenail fungus in 2 weeks. I didn't take pills, I used creams to eliminate bacteria and took a daily soda bath. I noticed redness immediately after visiting the pool anddid not hesitate - he started healing.
If you have started an illness, contact a specialist, buy prescribed medicines and pharmaceutical products. And to prevent the fungus from reappearing, follow the tips above.