Mycoses can easily spread throughout the body, but a person's nails and feet are the most popular place for their localization. The virus is very easily transmissible and spreading, therapy requires an integrated approach.
There are many pills and medicines that are used to get rid of yeast infections. But at the same time, the demand for folk remedies for nail fungus remains high.
What is a mushroom?
In nature, there are many types of fungal pathogens that can infect the human body. Fungus is always uncomfortable and painful. It is transmitted from a sick person to a healthy person in a number of ways: in public places, through shared shoes, through direct contact.
The most common place of localization is the legs, namely the feet and nails. There are several reasons for this placement:
- increased sweating of the legs by individual characteristics;
- tight, uncomfortable synthetic shoes;
- permanent injuries on the legs, microcracks, scratches, corns;
- emphasize;
- intoxication from alcoholism and smoking;
- Hypothermia of the legs of a permanent nature.
It is not possible to immediately identify the disease, the first stages are almost asymptomatic. Then unpleasant symptoms actively appear:
- unpleasant pungent foot odor;
- the nail plate turns white and lamination may occur;
- itching, and sometimes there is a burning sensation;
- Wounds form on the skin around the nails, erosion occurs.
Treatment depends on the stage of nail fungus, the earlier the problem is noticed, the easier it is to fix. However, it should be understood that the fight against such a disease is quite difficult and can take several months and even years. The disappearance of signs does not mean the complete elimination of viral spores in the body. This can only mean a decrease in activity, but under certain conditions the virus will resume.
Why choose folk remedies?
Treating a fungal infection can take several months. There are many pharmaceutical products that mycologists recommend to prevent the formation of new fungal spores. But none of them give a 100% guarantee.
Therefore, experts advise using various methods of treating nail fungus, combining traditional and folk methods.
Advantages of alternative medicine:
- much cheaper than pharmaceutical preparations;
- have practically no contraindications and side effects;
- when used correctly, fully confirm their effectiveness.
The most popular ways to get rid of the fungus can be advised by experts. The main thing is to use new tools with great care. In addition, do not forget about the age of the patient. It is not recommended to use untested products for children. Patients under the age of 16 are seen at the appointment with a mycologist, but those over the age of 35 are at risk.
Iodine - a tried and tested remedy
To this day, iodine is an effective remedy for nail fungus, which can be used in the early stages of the disease. It is important to remember that excessive use of iodine can cause burns, so the dosage must be strictly observed when used.
This method is very effective if used from the onset of the disease, when the first symptoms appear. In order not to damage the nail plate and skin during treatment, you should follow the instructions:
- Buy iodine at a pharmacy and check the expiration date.
- Wash feet thoroughly and pat dry. It is very important that the patient only uses their own towel, this reduces the risk of infection transmission.
- Put a drop of iodine on each affected nail and the one next to it and rub it in well.
- Let the iodine dry a little and then do not wear socks for a while. Repeat the process twice a day.
The entire treatment takes about a month. It has such a method and a number of side effects. The skin around the fingers turns yellow, which causes aesthetic discomfort. In addition, dryness and hypersensitivity can be observed, some people pay attention to pain and burning when rubbing. Unfortunately, the advanced stages of this disease cannot be cured with iodine.
Table vinegar in the fight against mycoses
Vinegar compresses are another popular recipe for getting rid of mycosis at home. To do this, use the usual 9% table vinegar and baths are prepared from it.
The recipe is simple: you need to mix vinegar and cold water in a ratio of 1: 8 and mix thoroughly. If the disease is in an advanced stage, then we can talk about increasing its concentration, the maximum content of vinegar for the bath is 2: 1.
The water must be cold, otherwise the vinegar loses its properties. In addition, you need to prepare a bath with hot water, the legs are let in for steaming. When the nails become soft, the feet are placed in a vinegar bath. The procedure can be performed every two days, the total duration of treatment is 3 weeks.
propolis
This folk remedy has a strong anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect, so it is used to fight bacteria and fungal spores. You can buy propolis in its pure form at a pharmacy, but you need to use it diluted in a water bath. Also, some experts recommend using an infusion of propolis on alcohol, but it is still undesirable to use it for mycoses.
To combat this unpleasant disease, two methods are used:
- Dampen a cotton pad with liquid propolis and treat the affected area twice a day.
- At night, a slightly melted piece of the substance is put on the affected nails, but such a compress can be kept for no more than 2 hours.
This is an effective remedy for nail fungus, but use with great caution.
tea fungus
Kombucha is a controversial treatment method, some experts claim that it can lead to the activation of the process, while others claim that it can completely eliminate mycosis and related problems.
First you need to prepare a medicinal solution, for this the mushroom is soaked in sweet tea for a week. The solution should acquire a brown color and a certain aroma, then it can be considered ready. The main property of kombucha is its antibacterial and antifungal properties.
It is also used in two ways:
- A piece of fungus should be peeled and peeled and squeezed a little to remove excess liquid, and then rub gently on the damaged nail plate. It is worth repeating the procedure 2-3 times a day.
- Compress, made before bedtime. Feet should be washed and dried. Then take a piece of mushroom and slice lengthwise. Dip one part in warm water, put the other back in the syrup. Get a mushroom out of the water and attach it to your nails, attach cellophane to it and put on a tight sock or even two. The compress can cause tingling, slight pain, a slight burning sensation - such symptoms are considered quite justified and only confirm the action of the fungus.
tar
This odorless substance is famous for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects, so it is advisable to use it to quickly remove nail fungus at home. It is birch tar, a product for processing birch shells, which is actively used. It can be purchased at a specialized pharmacy.
Birch tar is often used as a basis for ointments, but in the case of mycosis, the product is used in its natural form.
In fact, this product is very popular in the field of cosmetology. Various cosmetics (tar soap, tar shower gel and tar shampoo) are very popular due to their effects.
First you need to steam your legs. It is better to do this in soapy water. Then cut off dead nail parts, apply tar to fresh areas and rub in well. Then you should not get dressed for several hours, the tar is better absorbed in the air. After that, it is not recommended to wash your feet for at least a day, after which you can make a cold bath for your feet. To maximize the effectiveness of the treatment, you should wear socks made of natural fabrics and treat shoes with a light solution of tar.
Foot baths with tar soap are also actively used. To prepare, you need to take half a bar of soap, rub and dilute in warm water (2 l). You can add some soda. Do the process for no more than 20 minutes, then clean the coarsened tissues and let the feet dry.
herbal brew
It's no secret that there are many herbs that are actively used in traditional medicine for their antiseptic properties. For the treatment of mycosis, decoctions from such plants are used:
- celandine;
- Nettle;
- burdock root;
- plantain;
- Mugwort;
- marigold;
- Johannis herbs;
- Chamomile.
For the preparation of decoctions, the dry flowers of these plants are used. It is very important to respect the proportions and allow enough time for a couple. To treat the fungus, only decoctions on water are used, alcohol, milk and other bases are prohibited.
Decoction experts recommend using it only as an aid, they can improve the process, but can not cope with advanced stages. In addition, some of the presented plants can cause allergic reactions.
You can quickly get rid of nail fungus with folk remedies, but you need to be patient. Sometimes you have to use several recipes for the full effect. Full treatment can take years. It is best to consult a specialist before deciding on any treatment method. And in no case do not start the process, severe stages are extremely difficult to treat.