The problem of treating toenail fungus is very urgent. According to statistics, 50% of all diseases are caused by parasitic fungi. They fall on the nail plate and can reproduce quickly, and then not only damage the nails, but also damage the skin of the legs. If this disease cannot be cured in time, it will be difficult to restore the previous appearance of skin and nails.
How to get toenail fungus?
There are two types of fungi. The first is "onychomycosis".Only affects nail board. The second is "fungal disease". Bacteria damage the skin around the nails. They can appear together or separately.
Fungi can be infected by three factors: high temperature, humidity and damage (even with minor scratches).
In 80% of cases, infection occurs if you visit the following places:
- PublicBathroom, sauna.
- Swimming pool.
- Sports, gymnasium.
- Changing rooms for various sports and other facilities.
- Hotels and carpeted hotels.
- Beauty salon (through manicure supplies).
- Beach.
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In addition, if there are irregularitiesblood circulation, low immunity, obesity, diabetes, HIV, then onePeople are susceptible to this unpleasant disease.
Signs and symptoms of toenail fungus
Every time you go to swimming pools, public baths, gyms and other places, you should carefully check your feet and nails. It turns out that the signs and symptoms ofi can be detected almost immediately after infection.
First, the nail plate changes:
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- small white dotsappear.
- yellowStreaks will appear, even brown.
- The nails may thicken.
- is deformed, the shape of the nail plate has changed.
- appears dry,redness, burning sensation.
- Cracks may appear between the toes.
If you notice any symptoms, please go to your doctor or pharmacy to buy products that help eliminate bacteria.
How to quickly cure toenail fungus-an effective drug to fight the disease
I didn’t have a chance to see a doctor, so I decided to read reviews on the Internet for those drug users before goingBuy medicines. I will list the mosteffective and best remedies.
Anti-nail fungus drugs
If you have immune problems, diabetes or you are over 50 years old, then you can take medicines for the disease.
Others don’t want to take pills because they are significantly less effective than creams and ointments and may cause the following side effects:
- Healthy appetite will disappear.
- The smell will disappear.
- Having stomach problems.
- Vomiting, allergies may occur.
Any fungal tablets are specifically forbidden to be taken by pregnant women, breastfeeding women and people with liver and kidney problems.
If you are not one of them, you can safely take antifungal drugs.
Please note that all tablets aredurable, so it will take at least 6-8 weeks before the results are displayed. During this time, you need to take medication.
Effective topical antifungal drugs
There are also some drugs that can get rid of foot fungus-these are topical drugs. These include creams, ointments, sprays, varnishes, solutions, and serums. The result of their action will besignificantly faster than the pill.
The advantages of these funds are as follows:
- You can use it for a long time.
- Suitable for people who should not take medicine.
- Allergies and other side effects are rare.
- Low cost.
- Easy to use.
The shortcomings of the application are also obvious:
- Ointments and creams cannot penetrate nailsBoard, this is where the bacteria are.
- Before use, it is necessaryto remove part of the bad nail with pliers or a file.
Varnish is the best tool. It can not only disinfect nails, but also penetrate into its tissues and penetrate deep into internal cells.
How to remove affected area nails
To remove affected area nails, there is no need to go to a surgeon. Some medicines can painlessly remove the diseased layer, disinfect the skin and eliminate fungi.
If the drug does not work immediately, it can be used again.
Cuticle Patchhas the same effect. It needs to be stuck to the painful part of the nail for 3 days. A special result will appear afterreapply.
We use folk remedies to treat toenail fungus at home
The best and most effective folk method is:
- Kombucha. Use a small piece of mushroom to make rice porridge and rub it into the painful area several times during the day. Compression can be done at night. Before performing this step, it is best to steam the legs first.
- Soda water. Use 1 tablespoon and 3 liters of hot water to make a steamed water solution. Then stretch your feet into it, or compress for 20 minutes.
- Potassium permanganate, garlic or onion juice. The treatment is as follows: Steam the legs in a potassium permanganate solution, then rub garlic or onion juice to the sore spots.
- Peroxide and fat women. It is necessary to burn the spores of the fungus with hydrogen peroxide, and then apply the porridge from the thin slices of the "money tree".
- Propolis. Apply a 20% solution on a cotton pad and apply it to the infected area for 5 minutes. Repeat this process 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 only work in the first stage of fungal development, and it will dry out the sores.
The role of folk remedies is effective. After 2-3 weeks, you will notice the results.
Treatment of toenail fungus with laser-Features of the procedure
A new type of modern treatment method-Laser action. Laser treatment is painless. The fungus is eliminated in 3-4 irradiations, and the effect can be observed even after the first treatment.
The main characteristics of the process:
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- Get rid of itching.
- Drynails.
- EliminateOnly fungal spores, without touching the surrounding skin.
- Reduceredness.
The treatment time is 15-20 minutes. Undoubtedly, thisprocess is effective.
Prevent toenail fungus
To avoid this disease, please follow these simple rules:
- Don't wear other people's shoes.
- Please do not wear other people'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, please disinfect the objects and things after him.
- Avoid walking barefoot in public.
- Wear rubber slippers when visiting bathtubs, saunas, and swimming pools.
- Be sure to take a shower behind the pool.
- Do not buy or wear shoes that can hurt your feet.
- Avoid synthetic socks and tights.
I successfully cured toenail fungus within 2 weeks. I did not take medicine, but used ointment to eliminate bacteria, and bathed with soda water every day. I noticed redness after visiting the swimming pool, anddid not hesitate-start treatment.
If you have already started to get sick, please contact a specialist to buy prescription drugs and medicines. To prevent the fungus from reappearing, please follow the above tips.