Poor -formed footwear made of thick material is the main cause of the fungus of the foot.Due to the fact that the dense material does not transmit the air inside the shoes, pathogenic microflora develops.The disease causes severe discomfort due to an aesthetic appearance, the level of self -esteem in itself decreases.How to treat the fungus of the feet?
The main symptoms and forms of the disease
Medicine knows many different types of fungi.They are all able to damage the skin in the foot.They look the same.In most cases, the fungus affects the skin between the toes.Due to the fact that there is no feeling of discomfort, the patient does not notice how the fungus spreads over the entire surface of the foot.First of all, the skin areas experiencing maximum walking load are subjected to damage.
The main symptoms of the distribution of fungi:
- Cracks form between the fingers;
- One is constantly itching;
- The skin between the fingers becomes dry until constantly peels off;
- Some areas of the skin thicken;
- areas of the skin that impressed the blush of the fungi;
- The patient constantly feels a burning sensation;
- The small bubbles are swollen, which is filled with liquid.
Nails are usually infected in public places: baths, saunas, pools.To avoid such an infection, you should visit public use with removable shoes.The infection itself occurs through the dead skin particles affected by the fungus, which usually find themselves on the floor.In a humid environmentThe fungus is not only well preserved but also multiplies.
The appearance of mycosis of the legs is determined by repeated injuries to the nails and a disorder of the blood supply to the legs.The development of the disease is facilitated by the presence of concomitant diseases: diabetes mellitus, blood disease, immunodeficiency.There is often the spread of fungi between family members.This is due to the use of common things - slippers, towels and towels.The reason for the spread of the fungi inside the family may not be an adjusted bath.The fungi can switch to the nails of the hands if the areas of the infection are constantly closed.
DistinguishA few forms of mycosisS
- The filling (deleted) form is the initial phase of the disease.It observes peeling of the skin as between the toes and on its side sides and the heel.If you do not start timely treatment, then the disease can progress further and become a more serious form.
- Hyperkeratotic form - in this form of the disease there is a thickening of the layer of the epidermis and the presence of small keratinized areas that are covered with cracks.The disease is accompanied by a feeling of itching, dry skin, discomfort occurs, and in some cases it hurts.
- Iriginal - This form is diagnosed in 10% of cases.With it, the skin has a deep damage to the folds between the fingers.The skin turns red, cracks appear, the upper layers are exfoliated.There is often a feeling of pain.
- Dyshidrotic - manifests itself with the appearance of small bubbles on the skin, which fills the transparent fluid.Severe inflammation can open them.As a result, an erotic surface is formed.Peeling and peeling of the skin layers intensify.The symptoms of this form of mycosis are manifested by severe itching, which can go into burning, as well as edema and even fever.
Different types of preparations are used to treat leg fungus.We'll tell you more about it.
Foot fungus: Treatment of pharmacy
Local or systemic medicines are used to treat foot fungus.
The use of local medicinesmeans use:
- gel;
- varnishes;
- cream;
- Spray.
The use of systemic drugs means the use of:
- tablets;
- capsules.
Before you use a particular antifungal affinity, rememberPass the sensitivity testThe cause of the disease to the active components of the drug.For this, a special analysis is performed, which allows you to find the type of fungal infection that impresses the person.
Medication
Medicines that fight a fungal infection are performed in the form of tablets or capsules.The course of treatment is from 4 to 6 months.The agents are selected on the basis of the type of fungi and take into account the possible contraindications for the use of the drug (for example, during pregnancy).Taking drugs is administered according to the principle of pulse therapy, that is, in small courses, but with high breaks and high doses.
Onychomycosis(fungal damage to the nail platinum) is treated with systemic medicines.
The effectiveness of several drugs is enhanced by controversial probiotics.These medicines showed well in the fight against the fungus of the foot.
The use of antifungal drugs has its own limitations.So,Medicines are not prescribed:
- in chronic kidney disease or roast;
- During pregnancy the lactation period;
- lactase deficiency;
- individual intolerance;
- Taking incompatible drugs:
- Hypersensitivity to active components of the drug.
During the treatment of the disease and then it is of great importanceThe right choice of shoesSIt should be comfortable and not squeeze the tissues.Otherwise, depression -Gatual onychomycosis may develop.
A specialist exam should be held for the first time - after 14 days, after which you should come to the doctor every month.After completion of treatment, microscopy should be performed after 6 months.
Local Medicines Against Fungus Foot - Cream, Ointments and Sprays
The use of local treatments is justified at the initial stage of the development of the disease.The effect of their use is less than the use of systemic drugs.It is best to use local remedies in the complex.Cream, gel or spray is applied after cleaning the skin of the feet andRub with light movementsSApply local remedies for 7-10 days.Medicines are administered on both the affected nail and the skin next to it.
An alternative to the use of cream, gel or spray is a therapeutic nail polish.In their first use, the areas of the nails affected by the fungus are removed with a nail file, after which the surface of the nail is disinfected with alcohol.The varnish itself dries after 3-5 minutes.
The main advantagesThe use of varnish is:
- The composition includes drying drugs;
- The tool can penetrate deep into the nail fabric;
- The elbow hardens, protecting the nail from water and air, leading the fungus to death;
- Thanks to the protective film, no re -infection of mycosis occurs.
Treatment of mycosis by folk remedies
Medicines are very effectively deal with treatment.However, many people prefer folk remedies for medicines.
Mikoz Stop is treated with:
- hydrogen peroxide;
- garlic;
- Sealandin;
- formalin;
- Greens;
- coffee;
- potassium permanganate;
- Glycerin et al.
We describe the most effective remedies to combat the fungus that can be cooked at home.
Home remedies based on vinegar
Vinegar in the fight against mycosis has established itself as a very good medicine.We give two recipesS
- The vinegar is mixed with water in proportions 1: 6. Before using the solution, the legs should be well stewed.It is necessary to remove the crushed skin with your feet and to cut as far as possible, the part of the nail affected by the fungus.The legs are lowered into the vinegar solution and left in this position for 2-3 minutes.Wipe the skin between your fingers and nails well.This procedure is performed every other day for 2 weeks.
- In a small container, a teaspoon of vinegar is placed 70%.To it is added vegetable oil and a republic - all a teaspoon.Egg yolk is also added.The mixture is thoroughly mixed and applied to the nail affected by the sponge.The leg is wrapped with a plastic film and a finger or sock.After 3-4 hours, the leg should be washed with warm water.The procedure is repeated 3-4 times.The mixture should be stored in the refrigerator.
Iodine treatment
Iodine alcoholic solutionIt is considered the most accessible medicine for the treatment of nail fungus.However, when you apply it, it should be borne in mind that iodine can cause allergies.To check the effect of iodine on your body, drip some iodine on the area of the skin in the area of the elbow.If itching, irritation or skin is blushing in this place after a certain time, then you should not use iodine.If all is well, then proceed to treatment.
The treatment itself is performed by five percent of iodine alcoholic solution.The solution is applied a drop per day to the affected area of the nail.The procedure is convenient for performing a cotton swab.If it is embarrassed by the fact that iodine spots nails in yellow, then it is worth planning treatment for vacation.By passing the finger and nails, do not forget about preventing the nails and fingers adjacent to it.On them, iodine solution is applied by a drop every two days.
After a week of iodine treatment you can feelItching and burningIn places under processing.With particularly intense sensations, iodine solution can only be applied once every two days.The total period of iodine treatment may take 3-4 weeks.
Household soap treatment
Koisha soap and birch tar are considered to be another effective means of combating mycosis.The legs should be stewed in warm water and rubbed with a cloth with soap.You should delete for 15-20 minutes.Parts of the nails affected by the infectious fungus are cut.The legs are wiped dry with a clean cloth and crushed with nutrient cream.Waking up in the morning, the legs should be washed with cool water.Birch is then applied to the legs and interdigital cracks.After 2 hours, the legs are washed, wiped and clean cotton socks are placed on the legs.TheirWear without taking off, 2 daysSThe legs are then washed with household soap and smeared with tar.After a week, the operation is repeated.
Baking soda
Soda and water are applied to the affected areas of the skin for 15-20 minutes, then washed with cool water and a baby powder is applied in place.You can use cool feet for soda with soda with table salt.The solution is prepared at a speed of one tablespoon of baking soda and salt on 2 liters of water.Baths are best made before bedtime.After the end of the procedure, the leg is washed with warm water.
Boric acid
Boric acid is used to treat mycosis.It is sold in the formalcoholic solution, powder or ointmentSUsed quite simple.
- 3-4 liters of hot water (at least 55 degrees) are taken, in which the onpoic acid (2 tbsp) is dissolved.The legs are lowered into the bath for 15-20 minutes.After the end of the leg procedure you cannot rinse, it is enough to wipe with a towel.Baths are used at a frequency of 3-6 times a week.
- Boric acid in the form of an alcoholic solution or powder should be applied to the affected nail areas twice a day - preferably in the morning and evening.When the medicine is absorbed into the nail, you can wear clean and dry socks.
Conclusion
The faster the treatment of mycosis begins, the greater the effectiveness of the treatment.By no meansThe disease cannot be startedSOtherwise, any mild fungal damage to the skin or nails can take severe shapes over time.Do not bring the disease to the extreme.