Mushrooms.Anyone who has ever come across it is unlikely to remember the children's sandbox when they hear this word.A picture immediately comes to mind: terrible crumbling nails, the inability to walk in open shoes in the summer, an unpleasant smell... I could list them for a long time, but it's useless.Let's discuss better how to cure toenail fungus.
First, make sure that this is exactly the disease.To do this, you will need to go to the doctor so that he can take an itch for analysis.People often mistake the slightest change in nail color for a fungal infection.But there can be many reasons for this, ranging from tight shoes to a banal injury.
Sometimes especially impressive fellows 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 get toenail fungus for the first time panic and take drastic measures, including removing the affected nail entirely.We believe this is premature and unjustified.Why run to the surgeon if the fungus has just started and the nail bed is not affected?Be disabled for a few weeks?Ultimately, walking will be almost impossible due to the pain.
The nail removal procedure cannot be done by yourself.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 treatment, it will be necessary to disinfect every day:
- shoes, indoor and outdoor
- socks, stockings, tights
- foot towels
- bed linen
- tools for pedicure at home
Some people cannot afford to disinfect their bed every day.In this case, you can cover half of the bed with an old and unnecessary cloth to disinfect it.This is a more feasible option than boiling all the clothes.
The other rule is persistence.Toenail fungus is not cold;won't leave for a week.It will have to be destroyed long and systematically.Preferably uninterrupted.Of course, if a course of treatment is planned, then it is necessary to make concessions.In all other cases, regularity should come first.Otherwise, some will rub the oil on their nails for 3 days, and then tell people on every corner that "it doesn't help, it's all a lie."
We recommend that you steam your feet as often as possible and, if possible, clean the damaged part of the nail.This will make it easier for any product to penetrate the plate and destroy pathogenic spores under the skin.
By the way, remember: although mushrooms are the same, people are all different.Therefore, some manage to cope with the problem in 3 months, others need years to remove the infection and it returns after some time.
And fungal spores very quickly get used to various aggressive agents.In this case, mycologists recommend changing the drug every 3 weeks so that the fungus does not have time to adapt.This will make the healing process faster.
Advice.Always, before trying the ointment, lotion, solution, drops on the affected nail, test the remedy on the inside of the elbow first.If after a day the allergy is not visible, then feel free to start the treatment.If you neglect this procedure, then there is a high risk of worsening it instead of recovery.You can be left completely without nails.
Traditional methods
We will not specifically list the drug names here.Why?Because:
- All of them can be prescribed only by a qualified dermatologist, but not "the neighbor drank it and applied it, it helped."
- This is not a promotional article.
- The price range for mycological drugs is quite large.And if the medicine does not help you, then we do not want to hear curses directed at us.
Let's take a closer look at the most common "grandmother" methods.Just do not rush to laugh ironically.There are many recipes, surely some will help.Well, it certainly won't do any harm.Moreover, according to reviews, these products deal with nail fungus in some cases much more effectively than pharmaceutical drugs.
vinegar
There are many recipes based on it.By the way, very effective.Because fungi do not tolerate an acidic environment at all.Let us show you the most effective way:
- Put 1 chicken egg in a glass (factory or home, it doesn't matter).
- Just enough 70% acetic acid is poured over 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 easy.You should steam your nails in salt water twice a day, then paint them as much as possible.Apply a small amount of oil on top and cover it with a piece of cotton or a piece of bandage.To ensure secure fixation, you can use a fingertip during the day or an adhesive film at night.
You should keep this compress for at least 20 minutes.Then everything is washed with clean warm water without soap, and they continue their work.
By the way, the well-known kombucha has a similar effect.It contains a large number of acidic bacteria, which perfectly get rid of fungi.It is enough to attach a small piece of mushroom to the nail plate at night.It is advisable to wear a fingertip so that the compress does not dry longer.
Important!The smell of vinegar will follow you for some time.You will have to be patient or start treatment during the holidays.
The oils
Many people are aware of the antibacterial properties of some essential oils.In particular, these are:
- lavender
- eucalyptus
- tea tree
Folk wisdom suggests their use in the treatment of nail fungus.By the way, quite successfully.There are 2 application options:
- Hot and clean (+48-52°C) water flows into the foot bath.Add 21 drops of your chosen oil.The nails are steamed for 38-40 minutes.Then do not rinse, but immediately wipe dry.
- After a regular salt shower, the essential oil is applied undiluted.You can simply drip from a pipette directly on the damaged nail.
And don't be afraid of greasy spots.High quality oils do not leave them.But it always has a pleasant aroma.
Important!Be sure to do a test for an allergic reaction.Essential oils are very concentrated and sometimes suffer from this.
Celandine
A plant known for orange juice.It has been used for centuries to treat warts.The principle of use to get rid of toenail fungus is similar.Gently lubricate the damaged areas with the juice of a freshly picked stem.Morning and evening.
This method has a downside: fresh juice is only available in summer.But the treatment procedure cannot be interrupted.What should be done?Buy celandine oil at the pharmacy.It is applied according to the principle described above, 2 times a day.Soon a new healthy nail will be visible and will gradually grow.At this time, it is advised that the older patient submits as much as possible (not to the point of pain).
Important!Use celandine juice with care, it contains toxic substances.
Garlic and onion
Let's be honest, at first this method did not inspire confidence in us.But the 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 slide down when you walk and cause serious discomfort.Plus, the most powerful amber will drive all your friends and acquaintances away from you.
Important!Be sure to coat the skin around the nail with a rich cream.The juice of these plants causes severe burns after prolonged contact with the skin.
Soda
Yes, yes, plain baking soda.No, you should not spray it directly on the nail.It won't do any good.You just need to steam your nails in a soda bath twice a day.Plus, periodically cut off as much of the damaged layer as possible.
The disadvantage of this procedure is that it works very slowly.This means, you will have to splash your feet in a hot bath for at least 3 months in a row.But it turns out cheap and effective.You only need hot water - 1 liter and baking soda - 1 tablespoon.l.The duration of the procedure is at least 30 minutes at a time.
Iodine
The method, like the one described above, works quite slowly.Sometimes you have to use it for 8-9 months in a row.But it is accessible to absolutely any category of people, because it costs mere pennies.Using iodine is very simple.You just need to apply it on clean and dry nails every morning.
Of course, this method is not suitable for summer, because the nail plates will have a beautiful orange-brown color.Although, if you have a bunion, then you are unlikely to wear open shoes.
Important!Apply iodine very carefully, trying not to get it in the periungual fold.The drug causes a chemical burn on the skin.
Other methods
Maybe some people will find it strange.But what's stopping you from trying them yourself?In the end, you have nothing to lose.And the result can be surprising.
- Washing powder.It is recommended to steam your feet once a day in the following composition: 100 g of detergent for 1 liter of water.Repeat for 10 days, then rest for 3 days.And so on until complete recovery.
- Ammonia.Add 15 ml of ammonia to 200 ml of plain water (can be measured with a syringe).A piece of cloth or cotton wool is soaked in the resulting mixture and then applied to the infected nail.Place polythene or a finger cap on top.The procedure is performed once a day, the compress is left for 45 minutes.
- Coffee.You need to brew strong natural coffee.Cool slightly until the skin can tolerate it.Without diluting with water, steam the nails in broth once a day.Repeat daily until full recovery.
- Fresh horseradish.Grind on a grater or pass 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 to 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.
Advice.When using some methods, the nail plate may hurt a little.This is within normal limits.If the pain becomes severe, stop the 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.