Fungus of the nail on the big toe is manifested by a thickening of an unsightly appearance. Statistics say that onychomycosis affects more than a quarter of the entire population.
It is laborious and lengthy to treat the disease, after the course there are relapses.
Why does the mushroom appear
All of the factors that contribute to the infection of thumb fungus are due to pathogenic spores of the fungus penetrating the skin.
You can get infected through infected objects if you come into contact with them, e. g. B. with other people's things - shoes, towels
The risk group for onychomycosis on the thumbs includes people with flat feet, excessive sweating, sloppy, sloppy at home.
Causes of infection with a fungal infection:
- The use of tight, uncomfortable shoes supports the development of pathogenic flora and the proliferation of bacteria, since sweating increases. The biggest toe is attacked the most. Fungal spores that multiply fall on socks and other things and spread across the floor. infect others.
- Shoes made of poor-quality artificial materials, dense, not breathable, "suffocate" the legs and contribute to the growth of bacteria.
- Disregard of hygiene rules in public places. Wear shoes when visiting saunas, baths and showers - this protects you from foreign bacteria.
- Never wear someone else's socks, tights or shoes, or borrow your own. When trying on shoes, make sure you have your own sock to try on.
- Fungal infections are caused by immune problems. Weakened immunity is difficult to cope with viruses and fungi. It is difficult to treat the fungus in people with diabetes, psoriasis, varicose veins, obesity and those infected with HIV.
- Neglect of such elementary rules as daily washing of feet with soap, changing socks, caring for nails promotes the development of fungal infections.
- Improper treatment and care of corns, cracks and corns can provoke the proliferation of fungal spores on the big toe.
Symptoms and signs of pathology
Fungal diseases occur due to infection with fungal spores. The infection is not fatal, but it can spread from the nail to the foot and adjacent fingers.
The disease is almost imperceptible at first, suspicion arises when a yellow tint appears on the nails, and then brown with seals and delaminations. Compacted, exfoliated nails cause severe discomfort when wearing shoes.
Medicine divides onychomycosis into 3 stages:
- Initially - the nail plate is covered with yellow spots and stripes, the feet are not yet affected at this time.
- The second stage - the shine disappears, the color becomes brownish, an unpleasant smell comes from the legs.
- Advanced level - the nail peels off the skin, becomes loose, crumbles. there is painThis stage is dangerous, spores that fall off spread to the surrounding space.
With such symptoms as peeling of the skin on the toes, periodic appearance of blisters, redness, cracks, one should be vigilant and take preventive measures to prevent mycosis.
Features of the treatment of the disease
Fungal infection of the feet starts with the thumbnail. The spores of the fungus feel comfortable in the upper layer of the nail plate, from where their path to the matrix begins.
Because the thumbnail is affected first, treatment begins there. The mode of action of drugs has a local-external and systemic effect. The approach should be individual, taking into account the signs of pathology and the condition of the patient's internal organs.
The treatment approach is complex. Disinfectants, antifungal agents of the bacterial type, pulse therapy are used.
Pulse therapy involves a long-term exposure regimen with periodic changes in treatment regimens. This schedule includes oral medications for one week with a repeat after 3 weeks.
Means that suppress the reproduction of pathogenic microflora are used every day.
Using a systematic approach allows you to increase the chances of a full recovery from the disease. Complex therapy includes taking vitamins and immunostimulating drugs.
Drug use is based on the principle of accumulation. Medicines are concentrated and protect against the disease for a long time.
ointments to get rid of
Preparations for external use are various ointments, and more options - varnishes and lotions.
The mechanism of action of ointments is based on the destruction of the cell membrane of fungal spores. The course of treatment is long and is carried out until the final liberation. Dead layers are cleaned with a file.
Jodinol is used as a lubricant. The result is obtained when the sock of the infected person's shoe is lubricated from the inside and a cotton swab soaked in medicine is applied to the nail.
Tar and sulfur ointments proved to be quite effective antifungal agents.
All ointments give a good result when used. But treatment should be prescribed by a specialist. Different ointments have a targeted effect on the fungus of different types. Only a doctor, after laboratory studies, can choose the most effective remedy.
We get rid of it at home with the help of folk remedies
Traditional medicine offers many recipes for getting rid of fungal diseases. Treatment of onychomycosis on the big toe at home is carried out in the following way.
With the use of iodine
Onychomycosis is successfully treated with iodine baths. Water is poured into a basin at a temperature of about 40-45 degrees, alcohol iodine is poured in drop by drop.
For 1 liter of water you need 3 drops of iodine - you can calculate the correct amount depending on the volume of the vessel.
Put your feet in the water and hold until the water cools. Scissors treated with peroxide cut off the affected part of the nail plate. After the procedure, the nail and the skin surrounding it are treated with peroxide. The effect is enhanced if an antibacterial bandage with ointment is applied.
Effective use of ordinary vinegar
Room temperature water is diluted 2 to 1 with 9% vinegar. Bathing time is 15 minutes. Then the damaged nail must be filed or clipped. The duration of the manipulations is at least 2 weeks.
Lemon and potatoes will help
- Fresh lemon should be poured with boiling water - so that it has more juice. Cut the slices and apply them to the damaged nail. Citrus is fixed with a plaster. A good result is if the compress is made every evening and kept all night.
- Peel from potatoes. The component is boiled, the water is poured into a bowl and crushed into a puree. Legs float in the broth, then the softened growths are cut off. After cleaning, the mush is applied for half an hour and washed off.
Medicinal plants in battle
- celandine. The fresh juice of this amazing plant can cure almost all types of fungal diseases. Within 2 weeks, a fresh plant (leaf and stem are kneaded) is applied to the affected nail plates and skin. If possible, change the compress every 2-3 hours.
- aspen bark. Baths for nails are prepared based on 200 g of ingredient per liter of water. The manipulation is carried out in water that the leg can tolerate for 15 minutes. After the bath, a mixture of mild laundry soap and soda is applied to the nails. The ratio is 1: 1. After 30 minutes, everything is washed off with warm water. The nail begins to renew itself after such an intervention.
As an additional prophylaxis, baths with sea salt are used.
The nail separates from the thumb
Fungal diseases of the nail are characterized by external manifestations such as detachment of the nail plate from the skin. The back part of the nail darkens or turns blue.
This is because a layer of air accumulates in the cavity under the nail, which increases over time.
As the process develops, the more pain a person feels. The nail rises, pustules and blood discharge appear.
With detachment, the treatment is used:
- The use of local treatment ointments together with medications in tablet form, external and internal application will give the best result;
- You can use laser treatment methods, such procedures are carried out in beauty salons;
- With complete detachment, you should immediately contact the surgeon.
To treat the nail, if it leaves the finger without or with a fungus, you need to drink gelatin solutions, follow the rules of hygiene and not do a pedicure.
Effective fungus treatment
Medications recommended for these lesions:
- Means of local influence. All-purpose drugs can be bought without a prescription. However, you must apply the usage rules specified in the guide. Otherwise there is no effect.
- Means of systemic influence. These are tablets and pills that are prescribed by a dermatologist along with ointments.
- Laser treatment is very effective. The treatment does not cause pain. The procedure does not harm the patient's body. There are no recurrences after laser cleaning.
- The hardware pedicure procedure is less popular than laser therapy, but the effect is wonderful. More often this method is used in advanced cases.
- Surgical manipulations have not yet gained sufficient popularity, but their effect is quite strong. The disadvantages of this manipulation are pain and a long rehabilitation period.
Which tool is better
Medicinal varnishes and serums are recognized as effective and effective drugs in antifungal therapy.
The price of such drugs is higher than traditional ointments, but the effectiveness of the drugs is high.
Mycosis appeared on the arm
Fungal diseases on the fingernails are rarer. The most common infection is caused by the fungus candidiasis. Fingernails are also affected by filamentous fungi.
You can even get infected by shaking hands, by infected mittens from other people, even by yourself. By ingesting spores from other parts of the body.
Treatment of fungal infections on the hands is prescribed depending on the type of fungus, the age of the infected person and the stage of the disease.
First of all, you need to eliminate the causes of the disease, strengthen the immune system and get rid of bad habits.
Antibiotic treatment is not required during this period. The patient needs to change the diet - remove from the foods used those that support the reproduction of the fungus, these are sweets and an abundance of carbohydrates.
The doctor prescribes research and, depending on the type of fungus, prescribes drugs and prescribes a course of treatment. More often it is combination therapy.
If the patient has an acute inflammatory process, local treatment should be avoided. Exacerbation must be removed.
For the patient it is necessary to eliminate interaction with the means and household items that provoke the development of the disease. Acute inflammation can be removed with proven drugs such as brilliant green, fukortsin, potassium iodide.
For fingernails, it is convenient to use varnishes for treatment. With a fungal infection of the nails on the hands, the spores quickly spread through the skin and fall into the folds between the fingers.
Antifungal drugs enhance their effect if folk remedies are used in the treatment. But they should be used only after consulting a doctor.
The main and safest advice for those who do not want to contract this nasty infection or dream of getting rid of it forever is strict observance of hygiene rules and preventive measures aimed at preventing the disease.
The result can be achieved if you follow the rules of personal prevention - do not expose yourself to such conditions in which you can become infected with fungal spores - have a personal comb, personal slippers, never use other people's things.
If such a nuisance has already appeared, then it is not necessary to let it spread, but to start treatment in the early stages in a timely manner. If you notice symptoms resembling a fungal infection, you should seek medical attention immediately.