Fungus.Anyone who has ever encountered this is unlikely to remember the children's sandbox when they hear this word.An image immediately comes to mind: horrible, crumbling nails, inability to walk in open shoes in summer, an unpleasant smell... I could list them for a long time, but it's useless.Let's discuss further how to cure nail 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 take a scraping for analysis.People often mistake the slightest change in nail color for a fungal infection.But there can be many reasons for this, from tight shoes to a banal injury.
Sometimes particularly impressionable comrades, in their desire to get rid of the pseudofungus, reach the point of absurdity.And then you have to restore what was left of the nails after such unfortunate doctors.
General questions
Most people who contract nail fungus for the first time are scared and take drastic measures, including completely removing the affected nail.We believe this is premature and unjustified.Why go to the surgeon if the fungus has just started and the nail bed is not affected?Be incapacitated for several weeks?After all, walking will be almost impossible due to the pain.
The nail removal procedure cannot be done alone.It must be prescribed by a doctor and only under strict indications.In other cases, it is perfectly possible to cope with the disease at home.
Another warning: from the beginning of treatment it will be necessary to disinfect daily:
- shoes, indoor and outdoor
- stockings, stockings, tights
- standing towels
- bed linen
- home pedicure tools
Some people don't have the opportunity to disinfect their bed every day.In this case, you can cover half of the bed with old, unnecessary fabric to disinfect it.This is a more viable option than boiling all the laundry.
The next rule is persistence.Nail fungus is not a cold;it won't disappear in a week.It will have to be destroyed in a long and systematic way.Preferably without interruptions.Of course, if a course of treatment is planned, it is necessary to make omissions.In all other cases, regularity must come first.Otherwise, some will apply the oil to their nails for 3 days and then tell people on every corner that “it doesn't help, it's all a lie”.
We recommend steaming your feet whenever possible and, if possible, filing the damaged part of the nail.This will make it easier for any products to penetrate the plaque and under the skin to destroy pathogenic spores.
By the way, don't forget: although the fungus is the same, people are all different.Therefore, some manage to deal with the problem in 3 months, others take years to eliminate 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 medicine every 3 weeks so that the fungus does not have time to adapt.This will make the healing process faster.
Advice.Always, before trying ointment, lotion, dye, drops on the affected nails, first try the medicine on the inside of the elbow.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 recovery.You can be completely without nails.
Traditional methods
We will not specifically list the names of the medications here.Why?Why:
- They can only be prescribed by a qualified dermatologist, but not “the neighbor drank it and applied it, it helped her”.
- This is not a promotional article.
- 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 laugh ironically.There are many recipes, some will certainly help.Well, it certainly won't do any harm.In addition, 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.In fact, very effective.Because the fungus does not tolerate an acidic environment.We will tell you the most effective way:
- Place 1 chicken egg in a glass cup (factory or homemade, it doesn't matter).
- Pour a lot of 70% acetic acid on top to completely cover the contents.
- Cover with paper or a lid and leave in a cool, dark place for 7 to 8 days.
- After this time, carefully remove the remaining film from the egg with a wooden spoon.
- Add about a teaspoon of good butter and grind well until smooth.
- Store the mixture in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed container.Non-metallic!
How to use.Everything is very easy.You should steam your nails in salt water twice a day and then file them as much as possible.Apply a small amount of ointment on top and cover with cotton or a bandage.To ensure a secure hold, you can use your fingertip during the day or plastic wrap at night.
You need to keep this compress for at least 20 minutes.Then everything is washed with clean, warm water, without soap, and they go about their business.
In fact, the well-known kombucha has a similar effect.It contains a large number of acidic bacteria that perfectly eliminate fungi.Just tie a small piece of mushroom to your nail plate overnight.It is advisable to use your fingertip so that the compress does not dry out for 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, they are:
- lavender
- eucalyptus
- tea tree
Popular wisdom suggests using them to treat nail fungus.By the way, quite successfully.There are 2 application options:
- Hot, clean water (+48-52°C) is poured into the foot bath.Add 21 drops of your chosen oil.Nails are steamed for 38-40 minutes.Then do not rinse, but dry immediately.
- After a normal 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 greasy 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 from this.
Celandine
A plant known for its orange juice.It has been used for centuries to treat warts.The principle of use to get rid of nail fungus is similar.Gently lubricate the damaged areas with the juice of a freshly plucked stem.Morning and night.
There is a downside to this method: fresh juice is only available in the summer.But the treatment procedure cannot be interrupted.What to do?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 noticeable and will gradually grow.At this time, it is advisable to file the elderly patient as much as possible (not to the point of pain).
Important!Use celandine juice with caution, as it contains toxic substances.
Garlic and onion
Let's be honest: at first this method did not inspire confidence in us.But numerous reviews are full of positive emotions, so here is this simple recipe:
- Chop the onion or garlic until it forms a paste.
- Carefully apply a small amount of the mixture to the steamed nail.
- Cover the top with film or polyethylene.
This dressing must be done at night.Because during the day it can slip when walking and cause serious inconvenience.Also, the most powerful amber will drive all your friends and acquaintances away from you.
Important!Be sure to lubricate the skin around the nail with a rich cream.The juice of these plants causes severe burns with prolonged contact with the skin.
refrigerator
Yes, yes, simple baking soda.No, you should not spray it directly onto your nail.It won't do any good.You just need to steam your nails in a soda bath twice a day.Additionally, 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 soak your feet in a hot bath for at least 3 months in a row.But it turns out to be cheap and effective.You just need hot water - 1 liter and baking soda - 1 tablespoon.I.The duration of the procedure is at least 30 minutes at a time.
Iodine
The method, like the one described above, works very slowly.Sometimes you have to use it for 8 to 9 months in a row.But it is accessible to absolutely any category of people, because it costs just a few cents.Using iodine is very simple.You just need to lubricate clean, dry nails every morning.
Naturally, this method is not suitable for summer, because the nails will have 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 reach the nail fold.The drug causes chemical burns to the skin.
Other methods
Maybe some people find them strange.But what's stopping you from trying them out for yourself?In the end, you have nothing to lose.And the result can 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 and then take a break for 3 days.And so on until complete recovery.
- Ammonia.Add 15 ml of ammonia to 200 ml of regular 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 polyethylene or a finger cap on top.The procedure is carried out once a day, the compress is left on for 45 minutes.
- Coffee.You need to prepare strong, natural coffee.Let it cool a little until your skin tolerates it.Without diluting it in water, steam your nails in the broth once a day.Repeat daily until complete recovery.
- Fresh horseradish.It is grated or passed through a meat grinder.The resulting pulp is stored in the refrigerator.After each cutting or filing of an infected nail, some grated horseradish is placed directly into the dish.Cover the top with a compress and leave overnight.According to rumors, the method helps to cure the fungus in record time.In fact, the roots can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for winter use.
Advice.When using some methods, the nail plate may hurt a little.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 nail fungus?Only methodically and for a long time.This disease does not disappear overnight.It is best to contact specialists.