The problem of treating nail fungus is quite urgent. According to statistics, 50% of all diseases occur due to parasitic fungi. By attaching themselves to the nail plate, they are able to multiply quickly and then damage not only the nails, but also the skin of 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 you get the fungus on your toenails?
There are two types of fungi. The first is "onychomycosis".Affects only the nail plate. The second is "ringworm". The bacterium damages the skin around the nail. They can arise together and separately.
Fungi can be infected by three factors: heat, humidity and damage (even with a slight scratch).
In 80% of cases, infection occurs if you visit the following locations:
- Public baths, saunas.
- Swimming pool.
- Sports, gyms.
- Changing rooms for various sports and other facilities.
- Hotels and hotels with carpeted floors.
- Beauty salons (using manicure supplies).
- Beach.
I would like to note that most of the time those who do not follow their feet properly suffer from fungi:
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Also, if there are violationsblood circulation, low immunity, obesity, diabetes, HIV and a person can easilybe infected by this unpleasant disease.
Signs and symptoms of nail fungus
After each visit to the pool, public bath, gym and other places, you should carefully examine your feet and nails. It turns out thatsigns and symptoms can be detected almost immediately after infectioni.
First, the nail plates change:
- > turns yellowor brown.
- small white dotsappear.
- yellow stripes, brown, even black, will appear.
- The nail can thicken.
- Deformation occurs, the shape of the nail plate changes.
- Dryness appears,redness, burning sensation.
- Cracksmay occur between the toes.
If you notice any symptoms, go to the doctor or pharmacy for products that will help get rid of the bacteria.
How to quickly cure nail fungus - effective drugs against the disease
I didn't have the opportunity to visit a doctor, so I decided to read the analysis on the Internet of those who used itdrugs. And only then did I buy pharmaceutical drugs. I will list thebest and most effective remedies.
Nail fungus pills
If you have immune problems, diabetes or are over 50 years old, you can get pills for that disease.
It is undesirable for other people to take pills, as their effect is noticeably less compared to creams and ointments, and can cause the following side effects:
- The healthy appetite will disappear.
- The taste will disappear.
- Stomach problems appear.
- Vomiting, allergies can occur.
Any fungal pills are especially contraindicated for pregnant, 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 the result appears. During this period, you will need to take the medicine.
Effective topical antifungal medicines
There are other medicines that can eliminate foot fungus - these are topical medicines. This includes creams, ointments, sprays, varnishes, solutions, serums. The result of your action will be noticeablefaster than with pills.
The following advantages of such funds are observed:
- You can use a long period.
- Suitable for people who should not be taking pills.
- Allergies and other side effects are rare.
- Low cost.
- Easy to apply.
The disadvantages of the application are also noticeable:
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Varnish is the best tool. It disinfects not only the nail, but also penetrates into your tissues, going deeper, down to the inner 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 eliminate the fungus.
If the medicine does not work immediately, it can be applied again.
keratolytic patchhas the same effect. It needs to be glued to the injured part of the nail for 3 days. A special result appears afterreapplication.
We treat nail fungus with folk remedies at home
The best and most effective popular methods are:
>- Kombucha. A porridge is made from a small piece of mushroom, which is rubbed into the wound several times a day. The compresses can be made at night. Before this procedure, it is best to spray your legs.
- Soda. Make a soda solution with 1 tbsp and 3 liters of hot water. Then, hold your feet in it or make compresses for 20 minutes.
- Sour creamis another helper that relieves itching, redness and also heals cracks, removes dryness.
- Potassium permanganate, garlic or onion juice. The treatment method is as follows: spray your legs in a solution with potassium permanganate and rub garlic or onion juice on the wounds.
- Peroxide and fat woman. It is necessary to cauterize the spores of the fungus with hydrogen peroxide and then apply the porridge 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 must 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 development of the fungus, it will dry the wound.
The action of folk remedies is effective. You will notice the result after 2-3 weeks.
Laser nail fungus treatment - characteristics of the procedure
A new modern method of treatment -laser action. Laser treatment is painless. The fungus is eliminated in irradiation 3-4, being able to observe the effect even after the 1st session.
Main characteristics of the procedure:
nail bed. - Irradiationof the circulatory system of the fingers.
- Get ridof the itch.
- Dryingof the nail.
- Eliminationonly fungal spores, without touching the surrounding skin.
- Relievesredness.
The treatment session lasts 15-20 minutes. Undoubtedly, thisprocedure is effective.
Prevention of nail fungus
To avoid the disease, follow these simple rules:
- Do not wear other people's shoes.
- Do not wear someone else's slippers during the visit.
- Use only your own personal manicure accessories.
- Wash your feet frequently 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.
- Be sure to take a shower after the pool.
- Do not buy or wear shoes that irritate your feet.
- Avoid synthetic stockings and tights.
I managed to cure the nail fungus in 2 weeks. I didn't take pills, but I used creams to kill bacteria and I took a daily soda bath. I noticed redness right after visiting the pool anddidn't hesitate - I started treating.
If you started an illness, contact a specialist, buy prescription drugs and pharmaceuticals. And so that the fungus does not appear again, follow the tips above.