The problem of toenail fungus treatment is quite urgent. According to statistics, 50% of all diseases are due to parasitic fungi. Settling on the nail plate, they can multiply at a rapid rate and then damage not only the nails, but also the skin on the legs. 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 toenail fungus spread?
There are two types of mushrooms. The first is "onychomycosis".Only affects the nail plate. The second is "mycosis". The bacteria damage the skin around the nail. They can arise both together and separately.
Fungi can be infected by three factors: heat, humidity, and damage (even with a slight scratch).
In 80% of cases, the infection occurs if you visit the following places:
- Bathroomspublic saunas.
- Pool.
- Sports, gyms.
- Changing rooms for various sports and other facilities.
- Hotels and hotels with carpeted floors.
- Beauty salons (via manicure supplies).
- Beach.
I would like to point out that most of the time those who do not follow their feet correctly suffer from fungus:
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Also, if there are violationsblood circulation, low immunity, obesity, diabetes, HIV, then a person can become infectedeasily with this nasty disease.
Toenail Fungus Signs and Symptoms
After every trip to the pool, public bath, gym, and other places, your feet and nails should be carefully examined. It turns out thatsigns and symptoms can be detected almost immediately after infectioni.
First, the nail plates change:
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- small white spots appear.
- yellow stripes, brown, even black, will appear.
- The nail may thicken.
- A deformationoccurs, the shape of the nail plate changes.
- Dryness appears,redness, burning sensation.
- Cracksmay occur between the toes.
If you notice any symptoms, go to your doctor or pharmacy for products that help kill 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 reviewson the Internet of those who used drugs. And only then did I go to buy pharmaceutical drugs. I will list the mosteffective and best remedies.
Pills against nail fungus
If you have immune problems, diabetes, or if you are over 50, you can get pills for this disease.
It is not desirable for other people to take pills, as their effect is noticeably less compared to creams and ointments, and they can cause the following side effects:
- Healthy appetite will disappear.
- The taste will disappear.
- Stomach problems appear.
- Vomiting, allergies can occur.
Any fungal tablet is especially contraindicated for pregnant women, lactating women, as well as for those who have liver and kidney problems.
If you are not one of them, you can safely take antifungal medications.
Please note that all tablets arelong-lasting, so a minimum of 6-8 weeks must pass before theresult. During this period, you will need to take the medicine.
Effective topical antifungal medications
There are other medications that can eliminate foot fungus - these are topical medications. These include creams, ointments, sprays, varnishes, solutions, serums. The result of its action will benoticeable faster than that of pills.
The following advantages of such funds are noted:
- You can use a long period.
- Suitable for people who should not take pills.
- Allergies and other side effects are rare.
- Low cost.
- Easy to apply.
The disadvantages of the application are also notable:
- the cream cannotpenetrate under the nail plate, and this is where the bacteria are found.
- Before use it is necessaryto remove a part of the bad nail with tweezers or a file.
Varnish is the best tool. It disinfects not only the nail, but also penetrates its tissues, deepening the internal cells.
Means to remove the affected nail
To remove the affected part of the nail, it is not necessary to go to the surgeon. There are medications that painlessly remove the diseased layer, disinfect the skin, and kill the fungus.
If the medicine does not work right away, it can be reapplied.
keratolytic patchhas the same effect. It should stick to the sore part of the nail for 3 days. A special result appears afterreapplication.
We treat toenail fungus with home remedies at home
The best and most effective popular methods are:
- Kombucha. A small piece of mushroom is made into a mush, which is rubbed on the sore spot several times during the day. Compresses can be done at night. Before this procedure, it is better to steam the legs.
- Soda. Make a soda solution with 1 tablespoon and 3 liters of hot water. Then keep your feet in or compress for 20 minutes.
- Sour creamis another helper that relieves itching, redness and also heals cracks, eliminates dryness.
- Potassium permanganate, garlic or onion juice. The treatment method is as follows: steam your legs in a solution with potassium permanganate and then rub garlic or onion juice on the sore spots.
- Peroxide and a fat woman. It is necessary to cauterize the spores of the fungus with hydrogen peroxide, and then apply the mush from the leaves of the "money tree".
- Propolis. A 20% solution is applied to a cotton pad and applied to the infected part for 5 minutes. The procedure is repeated several times a day.
- Tea tree oil. It should also be applied like the previous product. It has antiseptic, antiviral and anti-inflammatory effects.
- Iodine. It will help only in the first stage of the development of the fungus, it will dry out the sore spot.
The action of home remedies is effective. You will notice the result after 2-3 weeks.
Toenail fungus treatment with laser: characteristics of the procedure
A new modern treatment method:laser action. Laser treatment is painless. The fungus is eliminated with a 3-4 irradiation and the effect can be observed even after the 1st session.
Main features of the procedure:
- Irradiationof the circulatory system of the fingers.
- Get rid ofitching.
- Dryingthe nail.
- Eliminationonly fungal spores, without touching the surrounding skin.
- Relievesredness.
The treatment session lasts 15-20 minutes. Without a doubt, thisprocedure is effective.
Toenail fungus prevention
To avoid the disease, follow these simple rules:
- Do not wear other people's shoes.
- Do not wear someone else's slippers when visiting.
- Use only your own personal manicure accessories.
- Wash your feet often with soap and water, especially after walking.
- If you know that a person is sick, disinfect objects and things after them.
- Avoid walking barefoot in public.
- When visiting baths, saunas, swimming pools, wear rubber slippers.
- Make sure to shower after the pool.
- Do not buy or wear shoes that irritate your feet.
- Avoid socks and synthetic stockings.
I managed to cure toenail fungus in 2 weeks. I didn't take pills, but I used creams to kill bacteria and bathed in soda every day. I noticed redness just after visiting the pool anddid not hesitate: I started treating.
If an illness has started, contact a specialist, buy prescription drugs and pharmacy products. And so that the fungus does not reappear, follow the previous tips.