Fungus.Anyone who has ever encountered it will hardly remember children's sandbox when they hear this word.An image immediately comes to mind: terrible crumbling nails, the impossibility of walking with open shoes in summer, an unpleasant smell... I could list them for a long time, but it's useless.Let's talk more about how to cure toenail fungus.
First, make sure that this is exactly the disease.To do this, you will have to go to the doctor so that he can do a scraping for analysis.People often mistake the slightest change in nail color for a fungal infection.But the reasons can be many, from tight shoes to a banal injury.
Sometimes particularly impressionable comrades in their desire to get rid of pseudo-mushrooms reach the point of absurdity.And then you have to restore what is left of the nails after such unfortunate doctors.
General questions
Most people who contract toenail fungus for the first time become frightened and take drastic measures, including completely removing the affected toenail.We believe this is premature and unjustified.Why rush to the surgeon if the fungus has just started and the nail bed is not affected?Become incapacitated for several weeks?After all, walking will be almost impossible due to pain.
The nail removal procedure cannot be done alone.It should be prescribed by a doctor and only under strict indications.In other cases, it is quite possible to cope with the disease at home.
Another warning: from the beginning of the treatment it will be necessary to disinfect daily:
- shoes, indoor and outdoor
- socks, stockings, tights
- foot towels
- bed linen
- home pedicure tools
Some people don't have the ability to disinfect their bed every day.In this case, you can cover half the bed with old and no longer needed fabric to disinfect it.This is a more feasible option than boiling all your laundry.
The next rule is persistence.Toenail fungus is not a cold;it won't go away in a week.It will have to be destroyed long and systematically.Preferably without interruptions.Of course, if a course of treatment is planned, it is necessary to make omissions.In all other cases, regularity should come first.Otherwise, some will apply the oil on their nails for 3 days, and then tell people at every corner that “it doesn't help them, it's all a lie”.
We recommend that you steam your feet as often as possible and, if possible, file the damaged part of the nail.This will make it easier for any product to penetrate the plate and under the skin to destroy pathogenic spores.
By the way, do not forget: although the mushroom is the same, people are all different.Therefore, some manage to cope with the problem in 3 months, others take years to remove the infection and after some time it returns.
And fungal spores very quickly get used to various aggressive agents.In this case, mycologists recommend changing the medicine every 3 weeks so that the fungus does not have time to adapt.This will make the healing process faster.
Advise.Always, before trying ointment, lotion, tincture, drops on the affected nails, try the medicine on the inside of the elbow first.If after a day the allergy is not visible, feel free to start treatment.If you neglect this procedure, there is a high risk of making the situation even worse instead of recovering from it.You can remain completely nail-free.
Traditional methods
We will not specifically list drug names here.Why?Why:
- All of them can be prescribed only by a qualified dermatologist, but not "the neighbor drank it and applied it, it helped her."
- This is not a promotional item.
- The price range for mycological drugs is quite wide.And if the drug doesn't help you, then we don't want to hear curses directed at us.
Let's take a closer look at the most common "grandmother's" methods.Just don't rush to chuckle ironically.There are many recipes, surely some will help.Well, it certainly won't do any harm.Also, according to reviews, these products in some cases fight toenail fungus much more effectively than drugs.
Vinegar
There are many recipes based on it.By the way, very effective.Because the fungus does not tolerate an acidic environment at all.We tell you the most effective way:
- Place 1 chicken egg in a glass glass (homemade or homemade, it doesn't matter).
- A lot of 70% acetic acid is poured on top so as to completely cover the contents.
- Cover with paper or a lid and leave in a cool, dark place for 7-8 days.
- After this time, carefully remove the remaining film from the egg using a wooden spoon.
- Add about a teaspoon of good butter and grind thoroughly until smooth.
- Store the mixture in the refrigerator in a tightly closed container.Not metal!
How to use.Everything is very simple.You should steam your nails in salt water twice a day, then file them as much as possible.Apply a small amount of ointment on top and cover with a cotton ball or a piece of bandage.To ensure a secure fit, you can use your fingertip during the day or cling film at night.
You need to keep this compress for at least 20 minutes.Then everything is washed off with clean warm water without soap and they go about their business.
By the way, the famous kombucha has a similar effect.It contains a large number of acidic bacteria, which perfectly eliminate fungi.It is enough to tie a small piece of mushroom to the nail plate overnight.It is recommended to wear a fingertip so that the compress does not dry out longer.
Important!The smell of vinegar will haunt you for some time.You will have to be patient or start treatment while on vacation.
Oils
Many people are aware of the antibacterial properties of some essential oils.In particular, these are:
- lavender
- eucalyptus
- tea tree
Folk wisdom suggests using them in the treatment of toenail fungus.By the way, successfully.There are 2 application options available:
- Hot, clean water (+48-52°C) is poured into the foot bath.Add 21 drops of your chosen oil.The nails are steamed for 38-40 minutes.Then do not rinse, but dry immediately.
- After a regular salt bath, the essential oil is applied undiluted.You can simply drip from a pipette directly onto the damaged nail.
And don't be afraid of grease stains.High quality oils do not leave them.But there is always a pleasant aroma.
Important!Be sure to test for an allergic reaction.Essential oils are highly concentrated and sometimes suffer as a result.
Celandine
A plant known for its orange juice.It has been used for centuries to treat warts.The principle of use to eliminate toenail fungus is similar.Gently lubricate the damaged areas with the juice of a freshly harvested stalk.Morning and evening.
This method has a disadvantage: fresh juice is available only in summer.But the treatment procedure cannot be stopped.What to do?Buy celandine oil at the pharmacy.It is applied according to the principle described above, 2 times a day.Soon you will notice a new healthy nail that will gradually grow.At this time it is advisable to file the old patient as much as possible (not to the point of pain).
Important!Use celandine juice with caution, it contains toxic substances.
Garlic and onion
Let's be honest, at the beginning this method didn't inspire confidence in us.But numerous reviews are full of positive emotions, so here is this simple recipe:
- Chop the onion or garlic into a paste.
- Carefully apply a small amount of the mixture to the steamed nail.
- Cover the top with film or polyethylene.
This bandage should be done at night.Because during the day it can slip while walking and cause serious inconvenience.In addition, the most powerful amber will drive away all your friends and acquaintances from you.
Important!Be sure to lubricate the skin around the nail with a rich cream.The juice of these plants causes severe burns in case of prolonged contact with the skin.
Soda
Yes, yes, simple baking soda.No, you should not sprinkle it directly on the nail.It won't do any good.You only need to steam your nails in a soda bath twice a day.Also, periodically cut off as much of the damaged layer as possible.
The disadvantage of this procedure is that it works very slowly.That is, you will have to bathe your feet in a warm bath for at least 3 months in a row.But it turns out to be cheap and effective.You just need warm water - 1 liter and baking soda - 1 tablespoon.the.The duration of the procedure is at least 30 minutes at a time.
Iodine
The method, like the one described above, works rather slowly.Sometimes you have to use it for 8-9 months straight.But it is accessible to any category of people, because it costs only a few cents.Using iodine is very simple.You just need to lubricate clean, dry nails every morning.
Of course, this method is not suitable for summer, because the nails will be a beautiful orange-brown color.Although, if you have a fungus, you are unlikely to wear open shoes.
Important!Apply the iodine very carefully, trying not to let it fall on the periungual fold.The drug causes a chemical burn on the skin.
Other methods
Maybe some people will find them strange.But what's stopping you from trying them yourself?In the end, you have nothing to lose.And the result could be surprising.
- Powder detergent.It is recommended to steam your feet once a day in the following composition: 100 g of detergent per 1 liter of water.Repeat for 10 days, then take a break for 3 days.And so on until complete recovery.
- Ammonia.Add 15ml of ammonia to 200ml of plain water (can be measured with a syringe).A piece of cloth or cotton is soaked in the resulting mixture and then applied to the infected nail.Place polyethylene or a cap on top.The procedure is carried out once a day, the compress is left for 45 minutes.
- Coffee.You need to brew strong natural coffee.Cool slightly until skin can tolerate it.Without diluting with water, steam your nails in the broth once a day.Repeat every day until complete recovery.
- Fresh horseradish.It is grated or passed through a meat grinder.The resulting pulp is stored in the refrigerator.After each cut or filing of an infected nail, a little grated horseradish is placed directly on the plate.Cover the top with a compress and leave overnight.According to rumors, the method helps cure the fungus in record time.By the way, the roots can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for use in the winter.
Advise.When using some methods, the nail plate may sore slightly.This is within normal limits.If the pain becomes severe, stop treatment immediately.This means that the method is not suitable for you.Choose another medicine.
How to cure toenail fungus?Only methodically and for a long time.This disease does not disappear overnight.It is better to contact specialists.