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Fungi on nails and fingernails - how to treat them?

healthy feet after fungal treatment

Nail fungus, also known as onychomycosis, is a common problem.

Symptoms of the disease are as follows: inflammation, swelling, yellowness, thickening or crumbling of the nail.As a rule, if the infection does not spread, the fungus is not accompanied by pain.

The fungus has the ability to develop under certain conditions:

  • With unbalanced skin pH;
  • Weakening of the immune system;
  • Continuous exposure to wet environments, including sweaty shoes and socks;
  • Poor hygiene;
  • diabetes mellitus.

Why is toenail fungus dangerous if left untreated?

If left untreated, the fungus can cause the nail to split and be lost completely.

Foot fungus is dangerous because of:

  • the nail gradually breaks and splits;
  • pathogenic bacteria can spread to the skin of the feet and hands;
  • this is an infectious disease that your loved ones can get;
  • The nail can be completely lost.

How to get rid of toenail fungus quickly: folk remedies

But don't despair - nail fungus can be cured at home with simple remedies.

The course of treatment with home remedies is 1-2 months.The most convenient ways to get rid of fungus can be found at your fingertips.

Folk remedies for the treatment of this disease can quickly help you get rid of toenail fungus.

But if the disease has reached a painful stage and has spread further, consult a doctor immediately.

Toenail fungus - how to treat it?

Folk remedies for the treatment of toenail fungus are diverse.It can be treated with apple cider vinegar, baking soda, tea tree oil and other folk remedies.All these methods also work well in the treatment of nail fungus.

If you are faced with an urgent question - how to quickly cure nail fungus at home?Then use the methods listed below.

Apple cider vinegar

It is an acidic substance, so it can prevent the development of fungi on fingers and hands.It also kills fungal spores and bacteria.

  1. Mix apple cider vinegar with water in a ratio of 1:1.You should soak your toes or hands in this solution for 30 minutes, every day.
  2. Dry your nails after the procedure.
  3. After 2-3 weeks you will notice significant improvements.

Another way to prepare a solution to fight disease.

  1. Make a scrub from rice flour, crushed coarse substances (you can use scrub from apricot pits) and a few spoons of apple cider vinegar.
  2. Apply the paste to the affected nail and the area around the nail.
  3. It is recommended to carry out such procedures several times a week.
  4. Apple cider vinegar can soften the skin and remove dead skin cells from the epidermis.

Tea tree oil

It has antimicrobial and fungicidal properties, which helps in the treatment of onychomycosis.This medicine is also used in the treatment of other infectious skin diseases.

  1. Mix a few drops of essential tea tree essence with 1 tsp.coconut oil.
  2. Use a cotton swab to apply the mixture to the affected nail.
  3. Allow the product to absorb into the nail and skin for ten minutes, then gently scrub the affected nail with a brush.
  4. Do the procedure two or three times a day until the healthy appearance of the nail plate is restored.

Baking soda

Baking soda is an affordable product in every kitchen.It will also be beneficial for the treatment of toenail and fingernail fungus.In addition, baking soda also helps neutralize unpleasant foot odor.

  1. Mix half a cup of baking soda, a quarter cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide, and a half cup of salt.
  2. Dissolve the mixture in four cups of hot water.
  3. Mix all ingredients and add 1/4 cup white vinegar.
  4. Soak the affected nail with the resulting solution for 10 minutes.
  5. Then rinse your feet with clean water and dry well.
  6. After several weeks of such procedures (twice a day), the condition of the nails will improve significantly.

White vinegar

White vinegar is considered one of the best ingredients for treating fungus because it eliminates the infection and restores the skin's pH balance.

White vinegar is naturally boiled white vinegar 5-7%.

  1. Mix one part white vinegar with two parts warm water.
  2. Soak the damaged nail with this solution for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Rinse it off and dry it.
  4. Repeat the procedure twice a day until the fungus disappears.

Note:if signs of irritation appear on the skin, add more water to the solution and repeat the manipulations every other day, not daily.

Oil of oregano

oregano oil for foot fungus

Oregano (oregano) oil has antiseptic, antibacterial, antiparasitic, antiviral, analgesic and antifungal properties.

This makes oregano oil effective in treating nail fungus.

  1. Mix two drops of oregano essence with one teaspoon of olive oil.
  2. Apply this mixture on the affected areas of the nail plate.
  3. Leave the solution for 30 minutes.
  4. Then rinse it off and dry your feet well.
  5. Repeat the procedure once or twice a day for three weeks to see positive results.

Mouthwash

Mouthwash destroys bacteria in the mouth.It is also effective in treating nail fungus.The product contains several useful compounds, as well as alcohol, which act as a powerful antiseptic against harmful microbes.

  1. Take a small bowl and fill it with mouthwash or a combination of equal parts mouthwash and white vinegar.
  2. Soak the affected foot and hand in this solution for 10 to 30 minutes (be careful not to cause a burning sensation), then clean the infected nail.
  3. Rinse it under water and dry well.
  4. Repeat the manipulations once or twice a day until the infection disappears.

Garlic

Thanks to allicin, a bactericidal and fungicidal compound, garlic can fight fungus.You can use garlic oil to treat nail fungus.

  1. Mix garlic oil with equal amount of white vinegar.
  2. Apply the resulting composition around the infected nail and on the nail plate, then cover the treated finger with a bandage.
  3. Leave it on for a few hours before removing the bandage.
  4. Repeat daily until the infection clears.

If you don't have garlic oil at home, you can make it yourself at home: 2 tbsp.l.Pour olive oil into a heated pan and fry two chopped cloves of garlic.

Lemon juice

lemon against foot fungus

Fresh lemon juice has both antiseptic and antifungal properties.Lemon juice stops the spread of nail fungus.

  1. Apply fresh lemon juice on the infected nail.
  2. Leave it on for 30 minutes and then rinse with cold water.

Another way to prepare a medicinal mixture is to mix lemon juice with olive oil (ratio 1:1).

Use this mixture to massage the infected area.Leave it on for 2 or 3 hours and then wash your feet.Olive oil will make your skin silky, while lemon juice will help stop yeast infections.

Use any of these remedies several times a day for a month or longer until you notice positive results.

Lavender oil

Lavender oil contains powerful volatile compounds that have antiseptic properties: they help fight any external infection and prevent skin irritation.

  1. Mix five drops of lavender oil and tea tree essential oil.
  2. Use cotton pads to apply this treatment under the upper edge of the affected toenail and periungual area.
  3. Leave the oils on for ten minutes, then rinse and dry with a clean towel.
  4. Repeat two or three times a day.

The effectiveness of these home remedies largely depends on their proper preparation and application.Use these treatments for at least one or two months to see significant results.With patience and persistence, you can treat the infection on the affected nail and prevent further complications.