Closed -quality closed shoes on the legs made of dense material is the leading cause of the appearance of fungi on the foot.Due to the fact that the dense material does not pass the air inside the shoe, pathogenic microflora develops.The disease causes severe discomfort, due to a non-aesthetic appearance, the level of self-esteem itself decreases.How to treat your fungus?
The main symptoms and forms of the disease
Medicine knows many different types of fungi.All of them are able to damage the skin on the legs.They appear alike.In most cases, the fungus affects the skin between the toes.Due to the fact that a feeling of disturbance does not occur, the patient does not notice how the fungus spreads throughout the surface of the foot.First of all, areas of the skin that experience maximum load when walking undergo damage.
The main symptoms of fungal distribution:
- Acques are formed between the fingers;
- A person constantly experiences itching;
- The skin between the fingers becomes dry as it constantly undresses;
- Some areas of the skin thickened;
- Areas of the skin that impressed the fungus rash;
- The patient constantly feels a burning sensation;
- Small bubbles are swollen, which are filled with juice.
Nail tiles are usually infected in public places: baths, saunas, pools.To avoid such an infection, you should visit the use of the public with replaceable shoes.The infection itself occurs through dead skin particles affected by the fungus, which usually find themselves on the floor.In a wet environmentThe fungi are not only well preserved, but also multiply.
The appearance of the foot mycosis is determined by repeated nail damage and a violation of the blood supply to the foot.The development of the disease is facilitated by the presence of simultaneous diseases: diabetes mellitus, blood disease, immunity.There is often the spread of fungi among family members.This is due to the use of ordinary things - slippers, towels and washing clothes.The reason for spreading fungi within the family may not be a single wet bathroom.The fungus can pass on the nails of the hands if the places of the infection comb constantly.
DistinguishSome forms of mycosa.
- The squamous form (deleted) is the initial stage of the disease.With it, the peel from the skin is observed as between the toes, so on its lateral side and the heel.If you do not start treatment on time, then the disease can progress further and become a more serious form.
- Hyperkeratotic forms - in this form of the disease, there are a thickening of the epidermis layer and the presence of small keratinizing areas that are covered with cracks.The disease is associated with a feeling of itching, dry skin, occurs discomfort and in some cases pain.
- Intriginal - this form is diagnosed in 10% of cases.With it, the skin experiences a deep loss of folds between the fingers.The skin turns red, cracks appear, the upper layers are exfoliated.Often there is a sensation of pain.
- Double - manifests itself in the appearance of small bubbles on the skin, which fills the transparent fluid.Strong inflammation can make them open.As a result, an erotic surface is formed.Peeling and peeling skin layers intensify.Symptoms of this form of mycosis are manifested by severe itching, which can go to burns, as well as edema and even fever.
Different types of preparations are used to treat foot fungus.We will tell you more about it.
Fungal Fungi: Treatment at Pharmacy
For the treatment of foot fungus, local or systemic products are used with medication.
The use of local medicinesmeans use:
- gel;
- Curves;
- cream;
- Spraying.
The use of system medicines implies the use of:
- tablets;
- capsules.
Before using a certain antifungal affinity, be sure to doPass the sensitivity testThe causative agent of the disease to the active ingredients of the drug.For this, a special analysis is performed, which allows you to detect the type of fungal infection that impressed the person.
Treatment with medication
Medications that fight a fungus infection are performed in the form of tablets or capsules.The course of treatment is from 4 to 6 months.Funds are selected based on the type of fungus and the calculation of possible contraindications for the use of the drug (for example, during pregnancy).Taking medication is applied according to the principle of pulse therapy, that is, in small courses, but with high breaks and high doses.
Onychomycosis(Mushroom damage to nail platinum) is treated with system medicines.
The effectiveness of some medicines is improved by spore probiotics.These medicines were well shown in the fight against the fungus.
The use of antifungal drugs has its limitations.soThe drug is not prescribed:
- in a chronic kidney or mature disease;
- During pregnancy, lactation period;
- lack of lactase;
- individual intolerance;
- Receiving incompatible medicines:
- Hypersensitivity to the active ingredients of the drug.
During treatment of the disease, and since it is of great importanceThe right choice of shoes.It should be appropriate and not squeeze the fabrics.Alternatively, substrate -gatual onycomycosis may develop.
An examination by a specialist should be held for the first time - after 14 days, after which you should come to your doctor every month.Once treatment is completed after 6 months, a microscope should be made.
Local remedies against foot fungi - creams, ointments and spraying
The use of local treatments is justified in the initial stage of development of the disease.The effect of their use is less than the use of system medicines.It is better to use local funds in the complex.Cream, gel or spray is applied after cleaning the skin of the feet andWipe out.Apply local funds for 7-10 days.The drug is applied to both the affected nail and the skin near it.
An alternative to the use of cream, gel or varnish is a therapeutic nail spray.In its first use, the nail areas affected by the fungus are removed with a nail file, after which the nail surface is disinfected with alcohol.The spray itself dries in 3-5 minutes.
The main advantagesThe use of varnish is:
- The composition includes medicines with a drying effect;
- The tool can penetrate deep into the nail tissue;
- Curvature hardens, protecting the nail from water and air, which leads the fungus to death;
- Thanks to the protective film, the Mikoza's reinfection does not occur.
Treatment of mycosis using popular remedies
Medicines are effectively cope with treatment.However, many people prefer folk remedies for medicines.
Mikoz Stop is treated with:
- hydrogen peroxide;
- garlic;
- Celandine;
- formaline;
- Zelenki;
- brown;
- potassium permanganate;
- Glycerin et al.
We describe the most effective tools to fight the fungi that can be prepared at home.
Households based on vinegar
Vinegar in the fight against mycosis is placed as a very good medicine.We give two recipes.
- The vinegar is mixed with water in 1: 6 proportions. Before using the solution, the legs must evaporate well.It is necessary to remove the skin joined with the feet and cut, as much as possible, the part of the nail affected by the fungus.The legs sit in the solution of the vinegar and leave in this position for 2-3 minutes.Wipe the skin well between your fingers and nails.This procedure is performed daily for 2 weeks.
- In a small container, a teaspoon of vinegar is 70%placed.Vegetable oil and redudia are added to it - all in a teaspoon.Also added egg yolk.The mixture is completely mixed and applied to the nail affected by the fungus.The foot is wrapped in plastic film and wears a toe or socks.After 3-4 hours, the foot should be washed with warm water.The procedure is repeated 3-4 times.The mixture should be stored in the refrigerator.
Iodine
Iodine solutionThe most affordable medicine for the treatment of nail fungus is considered.However, when applying it, it should be borne in mind that iodine can cause allergies.To control the iodine effect on your body, drip slightly iodine in the skin area in the elbow area.If, after a certain time, itching, irritation or red skin in this place, then you should not use iodine.If everything is okay, then continue in treatment.
The treatment itself is performed through a five percent solution of iodine.The solution is applied a drop per day in the affected area of the nail.The procedure is appropriate to perform a cotton swab.If it is embarrassed by the fact that iodine stains the nail plate in yellow, then it is worth planning holiday treatment.Crossing your finger and nail, don't forget about preventing nails and fingers adjacent to it.Above them, a iodine solution is applied by drop every two days.
After a week of treatment with iodine, you can feelItching and burningIn countries undergoing processing.With particularly strong sensations, a iodine solution can only be applied once every two days.The overall treatment period with iodine can last from 3-4 weeks.
Home soap
Thick soap and birch tar is considered another effective medicine for fighting mycosis.The legs should evaporate in warm water and rub with a soap washing cloth.You should rub for 15-20 minutes.Parts of the nails affected by infectious fungi are cut.The legs are wiped dried with a clean towel and lubricated with a nourishing cream.Waking up in the morning, the legs should be washed with fresh water.After that, a birch pitch is applied to the legs and interdigital cracks.After 2 hours, the legs are washed, wiped and clean cotton socks are placed on foot.TheirWear without leaving, 2 days.Then the feet are washed with homemade soap and pitch grease.After a week, the operation is repeated.
Baking soda
Soda and water grate is applied to the affected areas of the skin for 15-20 minutes, after which it is washed with fresh water, and a children's powder is applied to its place.You can use fresh baths for soda with soda with table salt.The solution is prepared at the scale of a tablespoon of soda and salt for 2 liters of water.Baths are best done before bedtime.After the procedure is completed, the foot is washed with warm water.
Boric acid
For the treatment of mycosis, boric acid is used.Sold in shapeAlcohol solution, dust or oil.It is quite simply used.
- Take 3-4 liters of hot water (at least 55 degrees), in which boric acid (2 tablespoons) is distributed.The legs sit in the bathroom for 15-20 minutes.After the foot procedure is completed, you cannot rinse, just wipe with a towel.Baths are used with a frequency of 3-6 times a week.
- Boric acid in the form of a solution or dust of alcohol should be applied to the affected areas of the nail plate twice daily - preferably in the morning and evening.When the medicine is absorbed on the nail, you can wear clean and dry socks.
cONcluSiON
The sooner the treatment of mycosis begins, the higher the effectiveness of treatment.In no wayThe disease cannot start.Otherwise, any slight damage to the fungus on the skin or nail over time can take severe shapes.Do not bring the disease to the extreme.