The treatment of nail fungus of the feet

Beaches, public baths, swimming pools and all places where it is easy to get onychomycosis. In addition to this, the nail fungus can grow, if it is to comply with hygiene, wearing uncomfortable, or dirty shoes. At this stage, the development of medicine, there are tools to effectively fight the disease, but the treatment is long and complex.

Classification of onychomycosis

The appearance of nail fungus can vary, depending on the tactical level, the duration and the complexity of its treatment in the future. It is therefore important to determine what is the version of development is observed in this case. There are several classifications of onychomycosis. The most popular are two of them, which are also reflect all the subtleties of the lesion of the nail by a fungus.

The classification of scholars national:

1. Normotroficheskie form of onychomycosis. Changes the color of the nail plate, there are longitudinal lines and spots located mainly in the lateral (near the cuticle) parts of the nail. The thickness and the density of the nail when this form does not change.
2. Hypertrophic form. The nail plate is thickened due to hyperkeratosis. Disappears a healthy glow to the nail, it is uneven, thick, one can observe a peeling or collapse of the sides.

3. Animalisticheskaya form. There are changes atrophic of the nail, starting from the distal end of the, areas of delamination, which look like white spots. Color of the nail plate is weak or pale, greyish.

The classification proposed by N. Zaias in 1972:

1. Distal subungual form. The changes affect the tip of the nail, it is thin, loose crumbles, one can observe an abnormal growth and thickening (increases as if the wave). The color of the whole nail becomes yellow, white or grey.
2. Surface of the shape. Expressed through changes in the form of the appearance of white spots and lines, which increase gradually, changing the structure and economic darker.
3. Proximal subungual form. Takes birth near the back of the nail of the tube and propagates in the direction proximal to the cuticle.
4. Total degenerative form. The entire nail acquires a bad structure, grows bigger, changes colour, it is destroyed.

Externally onychomycosis in the early stages of the normal trauma of the nail, or of the manifestation of beriberi.

The treatment of nail fungus

For a start, it is necessary to understand that nail fungus is a disease which is not healed of itself, even if these factors are damaging. For the treatment of nail fungus most frequently used in the adjuvant treatment. The basis of therapeutic action are antimycotic of the tool. Depending on the degree of deterioration of the plate and of the form of the disease, can be chosen different tactics for the treatment of:

1. A local therapy. Acceptable only in the early stages of the disease. When the drugs are used superficially in the form of ointments, creams, nail varnish.
2. The systemic therapy. Necessary in more serious damage, when the onychomycosis subject to more than the half of the nail. In this case, in the course are, in addition to local funds, and again and drugs that are on the inside.

It is difficult to choose a best treatment of nail fungus, this is why a common approach. Please note that the complexity of the therapy takes into account some of the health measures. In particular, when establishing a diagnosis of onychomycosis is necessary for the disinfection demand information, the processing shoes, socks, gloves, underwear, of the of the space, a meticulous work of hand towels, personal hygiene. These actions are carried out in dezinfektantah.

The treatment system: the pill

The treatment preformed means called the system, because the substance enters the body, it is absorbed into the blood, and the current arrives on the scene, by accumulating in the high regard of concentrations. The systemic approach is more than justified, because it helps prevent complications of the disease and provide comprehensive assistance "from all sides. System tools points to a number of contra-indications and restrictions to the employment. For example, you can not take during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Therefore, before their consumption is required the advice of a specialist.

The local treatment: ointments

The local treatment is a onychomycosis is extremely effective, as the fungus prefer to stay long on the surface. But only in the early stages of the disease. A valuable asset in local medicines, it is that they act directly on the lesion site without circulation through the body. Then the possible side effects of these funds are reduced to a minimum. In addition to antimycotic component, in the ointment between antibiotic and anti-inflammatory corticosteroids the item. It relieves the local itching and irritation. All the ointments, you should apply on clean and dry skin, not only to the place of the injury, but around it, capturing the plots healthy. Ointments treatment is performed in a period of 2 to 8 weeks, depending on the activity of the drug, the death and the doctor's recommendations. The structure of the cream is not able to penetrate into the deeper layers of the nail and the skin, so for effective enforcement is necessary to prepare the damaged site. The nail plate must also be cut (as well as the nail breaks off and crumbles, it is easy and does not hurt). The cream is applied directly on the skin, a pillow under the nail and on the damaged tissue around it.

The local treatment: antifungal nail Polish

Therapeutic anti-fungal, the nail varnishes are an indispensable tool for topical application. Of course, the varnish is used in conjunction with creams or ointments. And in the first place, it is necessary to know the opinion of his doctor. Various means may be various methods of application, on which he should check with a doctor or in the user manual. The more often the varnish ill-omen 1-2 times a day, peeled the nail. The treatment continue not less than 2 weeks.

The treatment of severe forms of onychomycosis

Heavy cases onychomycosis requires an integrated approach to therapy. When the doctor chooses the best combinations of medicines for local action and system tools. This approach has a lot of positive things:

1. Reduces the duration of treatment (for example, instead of 18 month in the treatment of onychomycosis stop griseofulvin – only up to the year of treatment).
2. Reduces the risk of developing unwanted reaction on the part of the body (through the application of lower doses of drugs and the redistribution of local and system tools, which is in need of drink inside).
3. Greatly reduces the possibility of a recurrence of the disease.
4. The ability to influence not only on the fungus, which is "on the surface", but may be spread the infection to other tissues of the body.

For the selection of an adjuvant is necessary to study carefully the history of the disease and to collect all the information on the pathogen. Then, the doctor will be able to choose the most effective in this case, the drugs which will have immediate positive action.

Tools for hair removal painless achievement of the nail

In the modern world, when it is difficult to find the time to reach the doctor's office, people are accustomed to using self-healing methods. One of them became a easy way of removing the area affected by the fungus from the nail. The sentence to understand that it is impossible to match it is to the treatment of the fungal infection of the nail. Rather, it is an option of a temporary postponement of treatment and an alternative to the surgical intervention. In the context of the compositions of these medicines is composed of propylene glycol, urea, and various acids and oil. This complex substance has several actions:

• anti-inflammatory, anti-pain and reduce swelling;
• softening of the effect on the nail, to contribute to its detachment;
• proteoliticescoe action;
• the antiseptic effect.

Once the patient with a nail will be removed, you must use the cream to speed up the growth of the new nail plate. It disinfects open tissues and creates conditions favourable for the growth of the new nail. Of course, if suddenly you feel discomfort in the place of application of the cream, burning, pain, or itching, you should immediately remove the compresses, rinse the area of application. In case of discomfort, burning sensation or itching within the treatment field, immediately remove the glue, dish water with soap and to address to a specialist.

The treatment of onychomycosis in children

The treatment of all diseases, including onychomycosis in children should be under the strict supervision of a doctor. The body of the child has its own characteristics that limit the use of certain tools. For example, the body of a baby is not yet fully formed a powerful immune system. In the child up to a certain age continues the growth and development of almost all organs and systems. Given the high toxicity of many antifungal funds, their use in children is strictly limited. For the treatment of onychomycosis in children is sometimes prescribed for local application tools. On the one hand, they are safer, because do not have a systemic action, but with the other – can cause allergic reactions, in which many children tend. Therefore, the appointment of antifungal drugs should be a doctor, familiar with the history of the child.

Effective ways of treatment of onychomycosis of the traditional medicine

Folk remedies for home self-medication should not help to cure the disease completely. However, they are able to deposit a little bit of nasty symptoms – itching, burning, pain, swelling, redness is. They can also become a vital link in the approach to the treatment of nail fungus. "The folk remedies is the most low-budget way of treatment and recovery during and after illness. In the ranking of the most effective methods proven popular treatment of onychomycosis includes the following means:

• the hydrogen peroxide;
• vinegar;
• iodine;
• tea tree oil;
• different essential oils.

All of these methods are tested by time and a large number of people. The efficiency can easily explain a medical point of view. Most of the drugs of modern medicine contain these components. That is why, certainly, the funds have the right to exist.

The hydrogen peroxide

The hydrogen peroxide has a strong antibacterial action. You can find it in the pharmacy for almost any family. And buy it in a pharmacy, it's easier to simple, because it is sold without a prescription. For the treatment of onychomycosis, the hydrogen peroxide used as a compress on the affected area the feet or hands. First of all it is necessary to carefully wash the area with soap under hot water, steam nails with the addition of soap or soda. To dry the ground, so that it does not remain liquid. Then, we perform hygiene care for the nails – cut, and maximize short file file. Wool and bandages are prepared with cotton-gauze swabs, which need to soak up hydrogen peroxide. The basis of compress put on to the affected site, secure several layers of bandage, knotted (not to pinch the blood). Top wrap with plastic wrap. The compress is held 30 minutes, after which it is necessary to remove and rinse off with warm water sick of the plot. This procedure is performed every day until the onset of the effect.

Iodine appliques

Situation of iodine is approximately the same way as hydrogen peroxide. It is in almost every house, and in this case, it may be a little expensive to buy at the pharmacy. The iodine fungicide of the property, with inhibited growth and reproduction of the fungus, to die of its cells. On the skin and nails of the man, it works, by suppressing inflammation and itching. Before the procedure, it should be rinsed thoroughly with the ground of damages of the soap, to treat cosmetic and dry dry. Is also necessary to prepare a container with a solution of soda. After which, you can apply iodine on the nails, cuticles and the skin between the toes. Then lower the feet in a solution of soda in 30 minutes.

This method has a few contraindications and side effects:

• Can occur an individual intolerance of iodine.
• The presence of diseases of the thyroid requires a consultation with a specialist prior to the procedure.
• May be a local irritation of the pain.

The essential oils

There is some scientific evidence of essential oils to effectively fight against yeast infection. In particular, the essential oil of cinnamon can be used against onychomycosis. Cinnamon is able to regulate the amount of sugar in the blood – the "food" of mushrooms. The cooking before the application of the essential oil of cinnamon very similar to the steam feet, treat nails scissors, nail file, wipe. The cinnamon oil, you need to spread on the nail and rub it into the area of the cuticle immediately after. He has acted, the nails should be cooked to the steam.

The basics of prevention of onychomycosis

For the fungus has not affected you and members of your family, you must respect the rules of simple hygiene and the rules of usage of public places:

1. You must be carefully to the hygiene of your feet every day: wash with soap, wipe dry. Once a week, it is appropriate to cut your nails and treat the cuticles.
2. The shoes should be comfortable, do not push, do not rub. The leg does not sweat. If this happens – choose shoes from natural materials.
3. Try on shoes in stores, it is necessary to use an agreement.
4. Being in public places – baths, swimming pools, hotels, beaches and do not walk barefoot. The shale will be enough protection to your feet.
5. After visiting public places it is necessary to wash the feet with soap.
6. Come with a mind to the selection of manicure and pedicure. All materials and tools must be treated and disinfected prior to each and every visitor. Better use of personal resources or disposable materials.
7. It is necessary to use a good softening cream for the feet, so as not to cracks and burrs.

The observance of these simple rules will help you not to be infected by the fungus from the nail. And in the case of the disease is not spread to other people, and to quickly heal.