The most common fungal disease is athlete's foot. Fungus on the feet most often occurs in the area of the toes and nails. Despite modern technology, old wounds still plague people. They still need systematic drug use and patience in achieving their goals.
It is easy to get infected with the fungus, but it is not so easy to get rid of it. The fact is that when it comes to the surface of the skin, under the influence of favorable conditions, the fungus begins to develop, while destroying the epidermis or nail.
Symptoms indicating that a fungus has appeared
Fungal foot infection has several forms. They have their own symptoms, but some are characteristic of all types of fungal manifestations.
You can diagnose the disease by the following signs:
- severe itching;
- Changes in the color of the skin and nails in places where the fungus develops;
- Some forms of fungal infection occur as small rashes or watery pimples;
- peeling of the skin;
- Redness and swelling;
- Sometimes the body temperature rises, in most cases - no more than 37 degrees;
- Affected nails lose elasticity, begin to peel and crumble or even collapse, the skin near the nail becomes purulent;
- Watery acne becomes cloudy over time, the internal contents become purulent.
Fungi on the feet and reasons for their activity
Almost all people on Earth are carriers of fungal infections, but not all of them are sick.
The infection is activated for the following reasons:
- Violation of the endocrine system;
- Visiting public swimming pools, saunas, baths without special footwear;
- High humidity contributes to the development of infection, for example, wet shoes, poorly dried feet after hygienic procedures;
- Weakened immunity.
Fungi and their therapy with pharmaceutical drugs
Treating fungal infections is a long process. It is very important to choose the right medicine and recognize the disease in time. No one will do it better than a dermatologist, you should not experiment on your own. The fact is that the area of skin affected by the infection looks like ordinary dermatitis.
miconazole antifungal agent
It has a wide application, ie it fights against various fungal infections. It is considered one of the most effective. Treatment can be started on the advice of a doctor.
To get rid of the infection, treat the problematic skin or nail 2 times a day. For better therapeutic effect, you can wrap the affected finger or nail after applying the drug. Treat for at least 2 weeks. Once the signs of the disease disappear, you should use the medicine for about a week.
It is contraindicated to use this drug 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. It helps quickly and relapses are rare. The first tangible result appears in the 2nd week of treatment.
Preparation of undecyl acid
Undecyl acid is the main active ingredient. In addition to helping to get rid of fungal infections, the drug 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 some contraindications: allergic reactions, skin diseases of non-fungal origin in the acute phase. Side effects also apply, to a greater extent, to allergies.
After the application of the drug quickly heals wounds that are crying, which sometimes occur under the influence of mycosis. The itching disappears in a few days.
Homeopathic antifungal drug with psoralen
The main component 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 remove the fungus, lubricate the affected skin with gel 3 times a day. After each application, a characteristic film appears on the surface of the fingers. Wash with soap and water before next use. Then dry your feet and then apply the medicine again. The treatment lasts 3 weeks. It all depends on the results. If the disease persists, the course can be continued 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. The itching passes faster.
Quinone antifungal agent
It is used for mild forms of skin damage, it is not used for nails.
Treat with this medicine 2 times a day, apply powder on clean and dry skin. Treat shoes and socks with medicine. The maximum course is 4 weeks.
After application, the fungus ceases to exist after some time. The first significant result appears no earlier than 7-8 days of treatment.
Means for removing the affected nail
The main component is urea, in concentrated form it acts as an acid.
It is usually removed surgically for severe nail damage. This is necessary because no medicine will get under the nail plate. Accordingly, any treatment will be useless. Infection enters under the nail and multiplies. The new board will grow over time, but already healthy.
To remove 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 the same amount of dry soap. Steam your feet to soften the nail. Then use a preparation that dissolves the horny surface of the nail plate.
It is recommended to protect the skin near the nail during the emulsion treatment so that it is not damaged. The next step is to seal the treated area with plaster. The time of use is indicated in the instructions.
Then remove the softened layer with a nail file for 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 have an allergic reaction to it or any of its ingredients. No information on side effects.
After proper application, the nail plate becomes thinner and gradually dissolves completely, giving access to the skin of the finger. The preparation contains tea tree oil which has an antiseptic effect, disinfects the surface of unprotected skin, so that the fungus can be carried much faster.
How to deal with the problem at home?
Treating the disease at home with natural remedies can be effective, especially in the initial stage of development. Complex forms are better eliminated by medication, so as not to waste time.
Recipe # 1
Take 100 grams of milkweed. 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 you then cover with something thick to keep you warm. After a few hours, pour into the basin and steam the feet affected by mycosis. Repeat every 3 days. The treatment lasts 14 days.
Recipe # 2
Moisten clean socks with wine vinegar and drain well. Put your feet up before bed. Vinegar has antiseptic properties. It helps to get rid of fungus. The treatment lasts at least a month.
Recipe # 3
Make coffee in a pot. Pour the almost strong drink into a bowl and steam your feet in it. In this way, you can not only eliminate fungi in a few days, but also alleviate leg fatigue. Repeat the procedure for several days in a row.
Preventive measures to prevent the occurrence of the disease:
- If you have excessive sweating of the feet, take herbal baths every night, change socks often;
- It is recommended to soak the feet in saline or soda solution, for this dissolve a tablespoon of the product in a liter of water and hold the feet for 15-20 minutes;
- Iron the bedding and socks after washing with a hot iron, the fungi die at high temperatures;
- Occasionally disinfect shoes with special agents, such as formalin, to kill the infection, 1% solution is enough.
Treatment of the problem is carried out at home by all the above means. Efficiency depends on your approach. Proper use of medication guarantees 100% results. It is better to choose the right medicine with your doctor.