The most common disease of a fungal nature is foot fungus. Foot fungus most often appears in the area of toes and nails. Despite modern technology, old scars continue to plague people. They still require systematic use of medication and patience in achieving the goal.
It is easy to get infected with a fungus, but getting rid of it is not easy. The fact is that by sticking to the surface of the skin, under the influence of favorable conditions, fungi begin to develop, while destroying the epidermis or nail.
Symptoms indicating that a fungus has appeared
A fungal infection of the foot has many forms. They have their own symptoms, but some are characteristic of all types of fungal manifestations.
You can diagnose the disease from the following signs:
- severe itching;
- Changes in the color of the skin and nails in the places where the fungus develops;
- Some forms of fungal infection present as minor rashes or watery acne;
- skin peeling;
- Redness and swelling;
- Sometimes the body temperature rises, in most cases - no more than 37 degrees;
- Affected nails lose their elasticity, begin to exfoliate and crumble or even collapse, the skin near the nails erodes;
- Watery acne becomes turbid over time, the internal contents become purulent.
Fungus on the foot and the reasons for its activity
Almost all people on Earth are carriers of fungal infections, but not all are sick with them.
The infection is activated for the following reasons:
- Violation of the endocrine system;
- Visits to public swimming pools, saunas, baths without special shoes;
- High humidity contributes to the development of infection, for example, wet shoes, poorly dried feet after hygienic procedures;
- Weakened immunity.
The fungus and its therapy with pharmaceutical drugs
Treating fungal infections is a long process. It is very important to choose the right medicine and know the disease in time. No one will do this better than a dermatologist, you do not have to experiment on your own. The fact is that the area of skin affected by the infection looks like ordinary dermatitis.
antifungal agent miconazole
It has a wide range of applications, namely it fights a wide variety of fungal infections. It is considered one of the most effective. Treatment can be started after a doctor's prescription.
To get rid of the infection, treat the problematic skin or nail 2 times a day. For a better therapeutic effect, you can bandage the affected finger or nail after applying the medicine. Treat for at least 2 weeks. After the signs of the disease disappear, you should use the medicine for about a week.
The use of this drug is contraindicated for people with severe liver pathology. Side effects are associated with allergic reactions.
According to numerous reviews of grateful patients, the drug is a very effective remedy for parasitic fungi. Helps quickly, and there is rarely recurrence. The first tangible result appears in the second week of treatment.
Preparation of undecylic acid
Undecylic acid is the main active ingredient. Aside from the fact that the medicine helps to get rid of a fungal infection, it promotes healing of damaged skin.
To heal faster, lubricate the damaged areas 2 times a day every day.
Treat for at least 15 days. If the need arises, repeat the course in the same way.
The drug has several contraindications: an allergic reaction, skin disease of non-fungal origin in the acute phase. Side effects are also associated, to a greater extent, with allergies.
After application of the drug, crying wounds heal quickly, which sometimes appear under the influence of mycosis. The itching disappears within a few days.
Homeopathic antifungal agent with psoralen
The main ingredient is psoralen, which is extracted from the seeds of a plant called Ammi. It acts as a medicine against the reproduction of the infection and also contributes to its elimination.
To eliminate the fungus, lubricate the surface of the affected skin area with gel 3 times a day. After each application, a characteristic film appears on the surface of the fingers. Rinse with soap and water before next use. Then wipe your dry feet, then apply the medicine again. The treatment lasts 3 weeks. It all depends on the results. If the disease will "resist", the course can continue for another week. If the disease recurs, repeat the treatment according to the same scheme.
After application, the first tangible results appear no earlier than 7 days. Itching goes faster.
Coinoningin antifungal agent
Used for mild forms of skin damage, not used for nails.
Treat with this medicine 2 times a day, apply the powder on clean and dry skin. Also treat shoes and socks with medicine. The maximum course is 4 weeks.
After application, the fungus ceases to exist after a while. The first significant result appears no earlier than 7-8 days from treatment.
Tools for removing the affected nail
The main component is urea, in concentrated form it acts as an acid.
Usually, with severe nail damage, it is surgically removed. This is necessary because no medicine will be inserted under the nail plate. Therefore, any treatment will be useless. The infection enters under the nail and multiplies. The new dish will grow in time, but already healthy.
To eliminate the nail without surgery, treat it with an emulsion every few days. First dissolve a little soap and baking soda in warm water. For a liter of water, take 20 grams of soda and as much dry soap. Steam the feet to soften the nail. Then use a preparation that disperses the horny surface of the nail plate.
It is advisable to protect the skin near the nail during the emulsion treatment so as not to damage it. The next step is to close the plaster treated area. The time of use is indicated in the instructions.
Then remove the softened layer with a nail file for a pedicure or manicure. How many times to apply - depends on the thickness of the nail plate. The package is designed for a few fingers.
Contraindicated in those who experience an allergic reaction to it or one of its components. There is no information on side effects.
After proper application, the nail plate becomes thinner and gradually spreads completely, giving access to the skin of the finger. The preparation contains tea tree oil, which acts as an antiseptic, disinfecting the surface of unprotected skin, so that the fungus is treated much faster.
How to deal with the problem at home?
Treating the disease at home with natural remedies can be effective, especially in the early stages of development. Complex forms are better eliminated with medication, so as not to waste time.
Recipe number 1
Take 100 grams of milk. The whole plant is used, from the roots to the flowers. Put in a thermos and fill with water, you need about 2 liters. If there is no suitable thermos, you can prepare the medicine in any container, which is then covered with something dense to keep it warm. After a few hours, throw in a tub and steam the feet affected by the fungus. Repeat every 3 days. The treatment lasts from 14 days.
Recipe number 2
Wet clean socks with wine vinegar and squeeze well. Put on your feet before bed. Vinegar has antiseptic properties. Helps to get rid of fungus. The treatment lasts at least a month.
Recipe number 3
Make coffee in a pot. Pour the finished strong drink into a bowl and steam your feet in it. Thus, not only eliminate the fungus within a few days, but also relieve fatigue from the feet. Repeat the procedure for several days in a row.
Preventive measures to prevent the onset of the disease:
- If you have excessive sweating of the feet, take herbal baths every evening, change socks often;
- It is advisable to dip your feet in a saline or soda solution, for this, dissolve a tablespoon of the product in a liter of water and hold your feet for 15-20 minutes;
- Bed iron and socks after washing with hot iron, at high temperatures the mold dies;
- Periodically disinfect shoes with special tools, such as formalin, to kill the infection, a 1% solution is enough.
Troubleshooting is done at home with all the above tools. Effectiveness depends on your approach. Proper use of drugs guarantees 100% results. It is better to choose a suitable medicine with a doctor.