It is necessary to treat toenail fungus as early as possible, only then will it be possible to prevent the progression of the disease and all kinds of complications.
Infection with the causative agent of a fungal infection occurs in several ways, but mainly infection occurs through contact and household contact. Fungal pathogens are quite resistant to high temperatures, so they can maintain their vital activity for a long period. The insidiousness of nail fungus lies in the fact that in the initial stages the disease does not manifest itself in any way and can only cause aesthetic discomfort. As the disease progresses, onycomycosis leads to complete or partial destruction of the nail plate. If nail fungus is not treated at this stage, there is a risk that the pathogen will penetrate the bloodstream and can affect almost any organ of the human body.
It is necessary to treat toenail fungus as early as possible, only then will it be possible to prevent the progression of the disease and all kinds of complications. Thanks to the capabilities of modern medicine and pharmacology, it is possible to cure the fungus, but this will require complex and correct therapy.
Recognizing toenail fungus is quite difficult, but if a person is attentive to his health and carefully monitors his body, then he will be able to notice changes occurring on the nails and skin of the feet.
At the beginning of the disease, barely noticeable spots or stripes appear on the nail, while the nail itself does not change color and its thickness is not affected. This form of fungal infection is called normotrophic. If you do not take measures and do not treat onychomycosis, an atrophic form develops, in which the nail plate becomes thinner, its delamination and partial destruction are possible. At this stage of the disease, the nail loses its natural color and shine, pronounced stripes and yellow spots appear on it.
The last and rather unpleasant form of onychomycosis is hypertrophic, in which the toenail thickens, turns yellow, and begins to crumble. At this stage of onychomycosis, complete detachment and destruction of the nail plate occurs.
If you recognize nail fungus in the early stages of its development and take measures to treat it, you can stop the disease and keep the nail plate healthy.
Treatment of onychomycosis must be carried out comprehensively. At the initial stages of the development of the disease, you can use systematic treatment, which includes the use of pharmaceutical drugs for external and internal use. Also, do not forget about hygiene, and folk remedies can be used as an auxiliary therapy.
If you use complex treatment, you can get rid of the fungus within 2 to 4 months. The pharmacological industry offers a wide range of drugs that have a detrimental effect on fungal spores. The choice of medication should be left to the doctor, but many are in no hurry to seek help from specialists, but prefer to treat the fungus themselves, buying various drugs in the form of ointments and creams for external use.
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Such medications are quite effective, but given their huge range and cost, making a choice is not always easy.
It is important to note that the fungus must be treated comprehensively, including both external use of drugs and taking pills. Antifungal drugs should be prescribed by a doctor individually for each patient. That is why, in order for the treatment of onychomycosis to be effective, you need to consult a doctor.
To combat a fungal infection, you can use both expensive medications and cheaper antifungal drugs, which also give good results in the treatment of onychomycosis.
If you treat foot fungus in the initial stages, you can use anti-onychomycosis products for external use, which are available in the form of nail polishes and solutions. Such remedies are quite effective and allow you to stop fungus on the feet and nails at the beginning of its development. Antimycotic varnishes and solutions against fungus can be purchased at any pharmacy chain; their cost is quite low.
The following products are considered the most defective:
There are other equally effective remedies against fungus on the feet, but in any case, onychomycosis must be treated comprehensively, therefore, in addition to using various varnishes and solutions, to achieve a positive effect, it is better to use antifungal drugs for external use.
Among antifungal drugs, those that have a wide spectrum of action are popular. Good results can be obtained from the use of drugs for external use from foreign manufacturers: Nizoral, Lamisil, Livarol, etc., which have a high rating among other drugs for the treatment of onychomycosis. Such medications are quite expensive, but their use will allow you to cure the fungus in a short time and stop the progression of onychomycosis.
Good results for nail fungus can be obtained from Lamisil.
In addition to well-known brands, foot fungus can also be treated with cheaper analogues. Perhaps the most common remedy is salicylic, zinc or sulfur ointment. Such drugs can be bought at any pharmacy, but the effect of their use will be noticeable only in the initial stages of the development of the disease. Any of the drugs should be applied daily before bed for 2 weeks.
Ointments and creams against fungus are the safest for use, they are not absorbed into the bloodstream, have no obvious contraindications or side effects, but despite the safety of such medications, before using them you should consult a doctor who, after the examination results, will be able to clarify the type of fungus, its sensitivity to antimycotics, prescribe appropriate treatment.
In complex therapy for the treatment of onychomycosis, doctors most often prescribe Clotrimazole.
In complex therapy for the treatment of onychomycosis, doctors most often prescribe the following topical drugs, which are available in the form of ointments, creams, gels for feet and nails:
There are other remedies for treating fungal infections on the feet and nails, which are no less effective; they have different prices and are highly effective.
Any of the above drugs for the treatment of onychomycosis of the feet and nails has a pronounced fungicidal and fungistatic effect, which is aimed at destroying fungi and preventing their further development. If you use ointments for foot fungus in the initial stages of the disease, you can achieve an excellent clinical effect and get rid of the disease in 80% of cases.
Treatment with topical medications should be continued until a new healthy nail grows. In parallel with such treatment, you need to properly care for your feet and nail plates, only then can you expect a positive result from the therapy.
If necessary, the doctor can prescribe not only topical medications, but also antifungal drugs for internal use, which are available in the form of tablets and capsules.
If necessary, the doctor can prescribe not only topical medications, but also antifungal drugs for internal use, which are available in the form of tablets and capsules. The most common and cheapest are Fluconazole, Nystatin, Clotrimazole, etc. The choice of drug should remain with the doctor. Self-medication with antifungal tablets is unacceptable, since each drug has a number of contraindications and side effects.
Onychomycosis must be treated comprehensively; only then can stable remission of the disease be achieved. Do not self-medicate or use any anti-fungal remedy without first consulting a doctor. Only a doctor can prescribe the best treatment and prevent the progression of a fungal infection, which can not only lead to destruction of the nail plate, but also harm the body as a whole.
Treatment of advanced nail fungus is a lengthy process, but if you choose effective medications and proper therapy, you can completely get rid of old fungus.
Don’t let your feet get to this point – start treating nail fungus in a timely manner
If you ignore the first symptoms of onychomycosis (nail fungus), the advanced stage of the fungus occurs quite quickly. Many people resort to medical help with a clearly defined illness, since it begins to cause severe discomfort. Mycosis is most noticeable on the thumb.
The main symptoms of an advanced fungus:
You can see what the last stage of onychomycosis looks like in the photo.
Advanced nail fungus is dangerous for humans and causes severe discomfort.
In its advanced form, the fungus can be identified by visual examination, but to confirm the diagnosis, you must contact a dermatologist or mycologist.
He will prescribe a microbiological analysis: scraping from the affected area. Based on its results, it will become clear what type of mycosis has affected the person. The most common are dermatophytes, yeasts and molds. Mixed infection with several types of fungi is possible.
More photos of toenail fungus can be found in this article.
Nail fungus must be treated. It will not go away on its own unless you use properly selected antimycotic drugs. The disease will spread, affecting ever larger areas.
Mycosis often provokes the development of serious complications:
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Effective treatment of chronic fungus requires an integrated approach. At a severe stage of the disease, monotherapy is ineffective. External agents should be used together with tablets. In addition, it is advisable to use traditional medicine recipes.
All medications for mycosis are divided into two groups: local and oral, taken orally.
Local preparations applied directly to the affected nail plate are available in the form of ointments, as well as creams and varnishes.
Effective products in this group:
Contraindications: allergies, pregnancy. Side effects are itching and swelling of the skin around the nail. Cost – from 2,200 rubles.
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Side effects include color changes and increased brittleness of the nail plate. Contraindications: childhood, lactation, allergic reactions to components. Price for Lotseryl - from 1350 rubles.
Loceryl - nail polish
Side effects - itching, redness of the epidermis. Contraindications – pregnancy, lactation. Cost – from 250 rubles.
Nail polish “Demikten”
Side effects - itchy skin. Contraindications – age under 4 years, pregnancy, lactation. Cost – from 900 rub.
Antifungal agent "Mikozan"
Side effects are itchy skin. Contraindicated in children under 12 years of age. Cost – from 500 rub.
Exoderil - cream for external use
Side effects - allergic reactions. Contraindications – the presence of cracks on the nails. Price – from 260 rub.
Mycozoral - ointment for external use
Side effects - itchy skin. Contraindications – pregnancy, lactation, allergies to components. Cost – from 100 rubles.
Side effects - allergic reactions. Contraindications – pregnancy, lactation. Price – from 90 rub.
Even a “neglected” fungus can be cured at home. Just remember to apply once a day.
All topical medications are applied according to the same scheme:
The second category of antifungal agents consists of tablets and intravenous solutions that destroy the fungus from the inside.
Effective drugs in this category:
Side effects - dermatitis, weakness, nausea. Contraindications – liver disease, pregnancy, lactation. Children under 3 years of age are not prescribed. Price – from 130 rub.
Contraindications – heart disease, allergic reactions, pregnancy, lactation. Side effects - blurred vision, flatulence, headaches. Cost – from 350 rubles.
Antifungal tablets "Itraconazole"
Contraindications – allergies, age under 6 years, pregnancy, lactation. Side effects - diarrhea, dizziness, weakness, dermatitis. Cost – from 40 rubles.
Fluconazole – 1 capsule 150 mg
Contraindications: kidney disease, pregnancy, lactation. Side effects - dermatitis, nausea, headaches. Cost – from 560 rubles.
Mycomax – 3 capsules 150 mg
Other effective antifungal tablets are Atifin, Intraconazole, Flucostat, Termicon, Rumikoz, Mikosist, Forkan, Onychon, Exifin.
Antimycotic therapy involves the mandatory use of restorative drugs that activate the immune system. This helps speed up the healing process and also minimize the risk of relapse.
In the treatment of onychomycosis, not only medications, but also procedures are effective. Removal of the infected nail plate is very popular.
You can do this in 3 ways:
Treatment of nail fungus with laser is gaining popularity in modern medicine
Modern medicine provides the best laser treatment for advanced fungus. This procedure is performed in a hospital. The doctor exposes the affected nails to a laser. It penetrates very deeply. Due to the high temperature, the fungus dies. In this case, healthy areas of the nail plate are not damaged.
To completely get rid of advanced mycosis, 1-8 procedures will be required.
Laser treatment is effective, safe and painless. However, there are contraindications to it. The main ones are oncology, epilepsy, diseases of the skin and endocrine system, and pregnancy. The cost of laser treatment depends on the area of the lesion. It varies from 1,500 to 4,500 rubles. per session.
It is impossible to cure the advanced stage of mycosis on your own without consulting a doctor. But at home it is advisable to use folk remedies.
Let's look at the best recipes:
Baths of hydrogen peroxide and water are good for treating nail fungus
Foot baths made from 100 ml of peroxide dissolved in 2 liters of water are also effective. They need to be done daily for 25 minutes until complete recovery.
Among folk remedies for fungus, herbal infusions, decoctions and tinctures are widely used. More recipes can be found by following this link.
Propolis can also be used in antifungal baths
Traditional recipes will alleviate the patient’s condition, minimize discomfort and speed up the recovery process. More recipes in the material “Folk Remedies for Nail Fungus”.
During pregnancy, the use of medications aimed at destroying the fungus is prohibited. Not only tablets, but also ointments and varnishes are active and harm the fetus. Only a doctor can prescribe a course of treatment.
It is safe to use traditional recipes. During pregnancy you can use Cytosept. This is an extract of grapefruit seeds that is applied twice a day to the infected nail beds until recovery.
If you are pregnant, use alternative treatments; be sure to consult your doctor.
You can minimize the risk of contracting onychomycosis if you always follow preventive measures.
They consist of simple rules:
Treatment of nail mycosis at an advanced stage is a complex and lengthy process. If you follow all the doctor’s recommendations, you will be able to completely get rid of this disease in 6-12 months. Mycosis on the fingernails can be treated a little faster than on the toes.
Nail fungus or onychomycosis is an infectious lesion of the nail plate provoked by pathogenic fungi. 10% of the world's population is susceptible to this disease.
The lesions on the toenails and fingernails may differ. Onychomycosis of the legs is diagnosed 6 times more often. According to the work “Fungal infection: Diagnosis and Management”, onychomycosis of the feet is most often caused by dermatomycetes of the genus Trichophyton (76.9-91.3%) and molds (8-14%), when the nails of the hands are usually affected by dermatomycetes (36.4 %) and yeast-like fungi of the genus Candida spp. (44.5%). Treatment depends on the type of fungus. In 25% of cases, the nail plate is affected by two or more types of fungi.
Different types of fungus require different conditions and prerequisites for their occurrence . The most common reasons include:
Be sure to study the material about the causes of nail fungus, where we discuss this topic in more detail.
In laboratory diagnostics, two methods are used: microscopic and cultural examination.
To begin with, they take diagnostic material - a scraping from the top of the nail plate, a part of the affected nail, or a scraping from the nail bed. It all depends on the location of the infection.
The material is treated with chemicals (usually a 10-30% potassium hydroxide solution) and examined under a microscope. The diagnosis is confirmed by detection of budding fungal cells and their thread-like formations (hyphae).
It is difficult to determine the type of mushroom using this method ; more often it is used to confirm the diagnosis.
The material is placed in a special nutrient medium, where the fungal culture quickly matures and grows. This method allows you to more accurately determine the type of fungus , but it works in no more than 60% of cases.
A method is being developed that allows you to identify a fungus by its DNA. This method is faster and more accurate than the previous ones , but not all types of mushrooms can yet be determined this way.
Read more about the signs of onychomycosis here. Now we will just list them:
The photo shows examples of nails affected by different types of fungus.
The stages of nail fungus are conventionally divided into three types.
At any stage of the development of the disease, it is best to consult a doctor and not self-medicate.
We also have a separate article where the stages of nail fungus are described in much more detail.
There are no obvious signs. Externally, it can be determined by foreign stripes and dots, slight changes in color and dullness .
Easiest to treat.
Laboratory diagnosis and professional help are recommended , but cases of successful self-medication are not uncommon.
Quickly goes into a pronounced stage.
Examples of the initial stage in the images:
Signs of fungal infection are clearly expressed. The disease and even its type can be determined “by eye” . The infection covers half of the nail.
At this stage, it is easy to determine the type of fungus and select the appropriate treatment.
Many people make the mistake of using effective treatment methods and expensive drugs “blindly” without determining the type of onychomycosis.
Examples of a pronounced stage:
It takes a long time to develop. Main reasons: lack of or inappropriate treatment.
The patient easily infects other people. The disease spreads to other nails, sometimes spreading to the fingers .
The nail atrophies and all the nutrients are taken by the fungus. At this stage, a characteristic smell of dying tissue may appear. Previously obvious symptoms become even more pronounced. The color of the nail plate changes completely.
Difficult to treat. The help of a dermatologist or mycologist is needed. It is often easier to remove the nail.
Read more about the advanced form of the fungus here, and about methods of treating it here.
Appear with perennial onychomycosis.
We have a large section on the treatment of nail fungus with as much detailed information as possible.
Treatment methods are divided into official, i.e. recognized by official medicine, and traditional. Read more about each in the relevant articles.
Recommended treatment approaches:
If you are still planning to undergo treatment on your own, read this article to avoid common mistakes.
The choice of approach depends on the severity of the disease . It is assessed on the basis of the KYOTOS index using a special measuring circle - you can see it in the photo.
It is better to follow simple rules for preventing nail fungus than to spend months trying to get rid of it.
More information on the topic is in the “Prevention” section on our website.
The fungus affects about 10% of the total population of the planet, but only 1/3 of them consult a doctor in time for help. Thus, the fungus begins to spread and affect an increasingly larger surface. With this development of events, you will have to worry not only about the condition of your nails, but also about your life, since pathogenic microorganisms can go into the blood and settle in any organ they like.
Hence, you need to immediately contact a specialist as soon as the first symptoms of the disease are noticeable. This condition can be cured with the help of medications. In this case, both tablets and ointments, creams and sprays can be used.
This product effectively eliminates types of fungi such as epidermatophytes, yeast-like, and staphylococci. It should be used every day before bed. The duration of therapy is a month. This cream can also be used to treat eczema, which is caused by a fungus.
This cream can be used to successfully combat dermatophytes and microspores. Nail treatment should be carried out for 2 months on previously cleansed and dried foot skin. With regular use, the cream successfully fights itching.
Successfully fights fungi such as dermatophytes and streptococci. Apply the ointment to the affected nails 2 times a day. But the duration of treatment depends on how badly the nail plate was damaged.
This product has been shown to be effective in treating candida fungi, dermatophytes and microspores. Treat damaged nails 2 times a day. And the course of therapy should be at least a month.
Can be used to treat absolutely any type of fungus. Nail treatment is carried out 2 times a day. Can also be used to eliminate diaper rash. The duration of treatment is unlimited, since the ointment must be used until the disease completely disappears.
The use of this medication is necessary to effectively combat mycoses that have arisen under the influence of various types of fungus. In addition, this cream can be prescribed for the treatment of versicolor versicolor.
This product successfully treats mycoses that were caused by any type of fungus. Apply the cream only to previously cleaned and dry nails. Do treatment procedures once a day, and the duration of therapy will be a month.
Effectively copes with all fungal pathogens, including yeast-like fungi. It is recommended to apply the product 2 times a day, treating the skin between the fingers, as well as the nails themselves. Therapy should last about 1-2 weeks.
This antifungal medication has a wide range of effects. The cream should be rubbed into clean and dried nail plates 2 times a day. Therapy should last about 2 weeks.
The cream can be used to treat all types of fungal infections, both on the skin and on the nails. A positive result occurs only if applied daily. The components of this product penetrate more actively through the epidermis and accumulate in the sebaceous glands.
It has high activity against fungi of all types. To cure the pathology, it is necessary to apply the ointment every day for 2-4 weeks. In this case, nails should be thoroughly washed and dried in advance.
The drug contains a component such as salicylic acid, which helps soften keratinized areas of the skin. In addition, this ingredient promotes maximum penetration of the remaining components of the ointment. This product is actively used to treat acne, corns and spurs.
This ointment is actively used to treat lichen versicolor and mycosis at home. Unfortunately, the drug is not able to cure microspores and yeast-like fungi. Compared to other antifungal drugs, the healing process takes much longer.
The drug has an antimicrobial and drying effect. In addition, the ointment quickly eliminates the unpleasant odor caused by the fungus.
This drug is available in tablet form. Its action is aimed at suppressing fungal enzymes, as a result of which the balance of active substances is disrupted and fungal cells die. The course of treatment is 2 months. This juice will be enough for the infection to leave the human body. Therapy takes the longest to eliminate infections on the big toes. It is recommended to use the drug when infected with dermatophyte fungi.
If you do not follow the dosage or take the pills for a long time, the following problems may occur:
The following categories of people are not recommended to take Lamisil tablets:
The best inexpensive remedy for treating nail fungus is detailed in this article.
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This drug may also be called Diflucan. It is produced in the form of capsules. After taking the tablets, their active components are introduced into the blood within 1.5 hours. After just 5 days of regular use, it is possible to destroy fungal cells and eliminate the infection. The drug can be used to combat various types of fungi.
If there is damage to the nail plate on the toes, then take 150 g per week. The development of infection is significantly inhibited within just 2 weeks of use. The duration of therapy has no restrictions, since it all depends on how severely the nail plate is affected. On average, the course duration can be 6-12 months. If the case is advanced, then the dermatologist may prescribe Fluconazole 50 mg every day.
If you take the pills for a long time, then no special changes in the functioning of the liver and kidneys will occur. Hence, these antifungal tablets are completely safe. But caution should be exercised in those patients who have hypersensitivity to the ingredients of the medication. In addition, Fluconazole should not be taken by pregnant and nursing mothers, since the components of the drug are excreted in breast milk.
These tablets can be used to combat mold fungi. When taken regularly for 8 weeks, the active components of the drug influence the infection and fight it inside the nail bed. But you can completely cure the fungus with these tablets after a year.
This drug can be prescribed for the treatment of almost any type of fungus: mold, candida, dermatophytes. The popularity of the antifungal drug is due to the fact that it produces immediate results.
This medicine is not so widely known and is outdated. It can only be used to eliminate dermatophyte fungi.
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The active components of this drug penetrate the nail only after 12 weeks of regular use. After this, a powerful therapeutic effect is achieved. These tablets are very rarely prescribed for the treatment of dermatophytes and nail fungus due to the fact that they have a large number of side effects.
Nail fungus on the nails can be cured only if you regularly take medications prescribed by your doctor. You should not expect instant results, as they will not be easy. It will be possible to get a positive effect only after at least 1-2 months. So you need to be patient and strictly follow the doctor’s instructions.
Anyone who has had to deal with onychomycosis will confirm that treating this disease is a difficult task. The infection is extremely difficult to treat and often recurs. But you shouldn’t give up; persistent treatment of toenail fungus will bring results. Let's figure out how to cure nail fungus in order to say goodbye to the disease forever.
Fungal diseases are widespread and extremely contagious. Therefore, every person may face the need to treat nail fungus. Only a dermatologist after examinations can answer the question of how to properly treat nail fungus. It is better not to self-medicate, since independent measures rarely give good results.
It is impossible to answer the question of how long it takes to treat the fungus, since the duration of therapy depends on the stage at which therapy was started. The sooner the patient begins to take adequate measures, the faster it will be possible to recover.
Old toenail fungus is extremely difficult to cure; you will have to use antifungal agents for about a year, or maybe more. The duration of therapy is determined individually. Much will depend on the type of pathogen that caused the disease, as well as individual factors.
Advice! The course of therapy can be stopped only when control studies confirm the absence of infection.
If you are wondering how to quickly cure toenail fungus, then do not delay a visit to a specialist. It is better not to self-medicate. The treatment regimen for nail fungus is drawn up individually, but the general principles are approximately the same. A comprehensive treatment for nail fungus is prescribed, which includes:
Local treatment is prescribed in all cases. Let's figure out what is the best way to treat toenail fungus. There are different versions of drugs, they are produced in various dosage forms.
Therapeutic coatings (varnishes) for toenail fungus are effective if the disease has not yet advanced. They are recommended to be used as a prophylactic agent. The varnishes are easy to apply, and when they harden, they form a film that protects the nail plate from re-infection.
In addition, the mycelium of the pathogen does not receive the required amount of air, which creates unfavorable conditions for the pathogen. The antimycotic substances included in the product destroy pathogenic microorganisms and block the spread of infection. The most popular varnishes for toenail fungus:
Fungal infections of the skin and nails are treated with the help of creams. To remove fungus on toenails, you need to apply the cream to the prepared nail. You need to steam your feet, and then use nail scissors, clippers and files to remove the affected part of the nail plate.
After this, you can apply a nail fungus cream prescribed by a dermatologist. How to treat toenail fungus? The cream should be prescribed by a dermatologist, taking into account the type of pathogen. The most popular medications:
Advice! Of course, not all existing antifungal agents are included in the list; a dermatologist must choose an option.
When asked how to treat toenail fungus, dermatologists often prescribe external remedies in the form of drops or sprays. Medicines in this form allow the medicinal substances to penetrate deeper into the nail plate, so this is a very good way to cure fungus. The most popular means to combat fungal infections:
Drugs for systemic treatment are available in the form of tablets or capsules. After administration, the active substance is released to the gastrointestinal tract and absorbed into the blood. Is it possible to cure nail fungus without pills?
It is possible if therapy was started at an early stage. If more than a third of the plate is affected, then antifungal tablets must be included in the treatment regimen for toenail fungus. In addition, systemic treatment is necessary in the following cases:
How to remove fungus on nails using tablets? A doctor should prescribe systemic treatment; self-medication in this case should be excluded, since most drugs have an impressive list of contraindications. To cure foot fungus, the following drugs are used:
If the nail fungus progresses and treatment does not produce results, then removal of the affected nail plate is recommended. The diseased plate can be removed surgically, but this method, often practiced in the USSR, is today used in extreme cases.
Advice! The main indication for surgical removal is that for toenail fungus, treatment with ointments and tablets does not produce results.
Instead of surgery, today more modern methods of treating nail fungus are often used, namely laser removal of the affected toenails. This method not only removes the diseased nail plate, but also helps destroy the causative agent of the fungal infection.
Advice! Laser treatment of the nail plate is carried out in a medical institution by a qualified specialist. Inept actions can cause harm.
How to fight fungus on toenails if only part of the plate is affected? In this case, there is no need to remove the entire nail; it is enough to file only the affected part. It is best to entrust this work to a specialist and get a therapeutic hardware pedicure.
How to remove fungus on toenails if you cannot attend a hardware pedicure session? It is possible to carry out this hygienic procedure yourself, although its effectiveness will be somewhat less. But this option is suitable for those people who are embarrassed or afraid to attend a pedicure treatment session.
How to defeat toenail fungus by performing a therapeutic pedicure at home? The easiest way is to purchase a special remedy for dissolving the nail plate. This product is applied to the steamed nail and sealed with a band-aid. After a few days, the patch is removed and the softened part is removed with a file. This is repeated several times until the plate is completely removed.
Modern antifungal agents that effectively destroy fungal infections have appeared relatively recently. How was nail fungus treated in Soviet times? The following ointments were used for treatment:
What else is nail fungus afraid of? In the USSR army, this disease was effectively treated with ordinary iodine. Alcohol tincture of iodine should be lubricated daily on the affected nail. After using this product for a while, you will experience a burning sensation, but this is normal. But then a healthy plate will grow.
In the old days, treatment of fungal diseases was carried out using natural remedies. Of course, with the use of traditional medicine, treatment will last longer. In addition, you will need to follow an important rule - the procedures must be carried out regularly, otherwise there will be no effect.
Advice! Traditional medicine will be effective at the initial stage. For advanced onychomycosis, natural recipes should be used as an auxiliary treatment. In addition, you can periodically treat the treated nail to prevent relapse.
How to fight nail fungus? There are many ways to combat this infection, but, as practice shows, a combination of methods gives the best effect. Moreover, you need to start treatment as early as possible. Therefore, there is no need to waste time; you should contact a dermatologist at the first signs of a fungal infection.