The most common fungal disease is mycosis of the feet. Leg fungus appears most often in the area of the fingers and nails. Despite modern technology, old wounds continue to plague people. They still require systematic drug use and patience to achieve the goal.
It's easy to get infected with a fungus, but getting rid of it is not so easy. The fact is that on the surface of the skin, under the influence of favorable conditions, the fungus begins to develop, destroying the epidermis or nail.
Symptoms that indicate that a fungus has appeared
A fungal foot infection takes many forms. They have their own symptoms, but some are characteristic of all types of manifestations of the fungus.
You can determine the disease by the following signs:
- intense itching;
- Changes in skin and nail color where the fungus develops;
- Some forms of fungal infection present as small, watery rashes or pimples;
- skin peeling;
- Redness and swelling;
- Sometimes the body temperature rises, in most cases - not more than 37 degrees;
- Affected nails lose elasticity, begin to exfoliate and crumble or even collapse, the skin near the nail rots;
- Watery acne becomes cloudy over time, the internal contents become purulent.
Fungus on the legs and the reasons for their activity
Almost everyone on Earth is a carrier of yeast infections, but not everyone is sick with them.
The infection is activated for the following reasons:
- Violation of the endocrine system;
- Visit public swimming pools, saunas, baths without special shoes;
- High humidity contributes to the development of infections, for example, wet shoes, poorly dry feet after hygiene procedures;
- Weakened immunity.
Fungus and its pharmaceutical drug therapy
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 this better than a dermatologist, you shouldn't try it on your own. The fact is that the area of skin affected by the infection looks like an ordinary dermatitis.
miconazole antifungal agent
It has a wide range of applications, ie it fights a wide variety of fungal infections. It is considered one of the most effective. Treatment can be started after a doctor's prescription.
To get rid of the infection, treat the problem skin or nail 2 times a day. For a better therapeutic effect, you can bandage the affected finger or nail after applying the medicine. Treat for at least 2 weeks. After the signs of the disease disappear, you need to use the drug for about a week.
It is contraindicated to use this remedy for people with severe liver pathology. Side effects are associated with allergic reactions.
According to numerous reviews from grateful patients, the remedy is a very effective remedy for parasitic fungi. It helps quickly and there are rarely relapses. The first tangible result appears in the 2nd week of treatment.
Preparation of undecylic acid
Undecylic acid is the main active ingredient. In addition to the fact that the drug helps to get rid of a fungal infection, it 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 necessary, repeat the course in the same way.
The drug has some contraindications: an allergic reaction, skin diseases of non-fungal origin in the acute phase. Side effects are also related to a greater extent with allergies.
After applying the drug, the weeping wounds heal quickly, which sometimes appear under the influence of ringworm. The itching disappears in a few days.
Homeopathic antifungal remedy 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 eliminate the fungus, lubricate the surface of the affected skin area 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 apply the medicine again. Treatment spend 3 weeks. It all depends on the results. If the disease "resists", the course can be continued for another week. If the disease recurs, repeat the treatment according to the same schedule.
After application, the first tangible results appear no earlier than 7 days. The itch goes faster.
Quinoningine antifungal
It is used for mild forms of skin damage, not used for nails.
Treat with this medicine 2 times a day, apply the powder to clean, dry skin. Also treat shoes and socks with the medicine. The maximum course is 4 weeks.
After application, the fungus ceases to exist after a while. The first significant result does not appear before 7-8 days of treatment.
Means to remove the affected nail
The main component is urea, in concentrated form it acts as an acid.
Usually, with severe damage to the nail, it is surgically removed. This is necessary because no medication will get under the nail plate. So any treatment will be useless. The infection gets under the nail and multiplies. The new dish will grow in time, but already healthy.
To remove the nail without surgery, treat it with an emulsion every few days. Dissolve some soap and baking soda in warm water first. For a liter of water, take 20 grams of soda and the same amount of dry soap shavings. Steam your feet to soften the nail. Then use a preparation that dissolves the horny surface of the nail plate.
It is advisable to protect the skin near the nail during the emulsion treatment so as not to damage it. The next step is to seal the treated area with a plaster cast. The usage time is indicated in the instructions.
Then remove the softened layer with a pedicure or manicure nail file. How often to apply - depends on the thickness of the nail plate. The pack is designed for multiple fingers.
Contraindicated in people who have an allergic reaction to it or one of its ingredients. There is no information about 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 acts as an antiseptic, disinfecting the surface of unprotected skin, so that the fungus can be treated much faster.
How to deal with the problem at home?
Treating the disease at home with natural remedies can be effective, especially at the early stage of development. It is better to eliminate complex forms with medication, so as not to waste time.
Revenue No. 1
Take 100 grams of milkweed. The entire plant is used, from roots to 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 is covered with something dense to keep warm. After a few hours, pour it into a basin and steam the legs affected by ringworm. Repeat every 3 days. The treatment lasts from 14 days.
Recipe #2
Moisten clean socks with wine vinegar and wring out well. Put your feet up before bed. Vinegar has antiseptic properties. It helps to get rid of the fungus. The treatment lasts for at least a month.
Revenue No. 3
Prepare the coffee in a pot. Pour the finished strong drink into a bowl and steam your feet in it. So, not only eliminate fungus in a matter of days, but also relieve leg fatigue. Repeat the procedure for as many days in a row.
Preventive measures to prevent the onset of the disease:
- If you have excessive sweating in your legs, take herbal baths every night, change your socks often;
- It is advisable to put your feet in a saline solution or soda, for this, dissolve a tablespoon of the product in a liter of water and hold your feet for 15 to 20 minutes;
- Ironing bed linen and socks after washing with a hot iron, at high temperatures the fungus dies;
- Periodically disinfect shoes with special means, such as formalin, to kill the infection, a 1% solution is enough.
Treatment of the problem is carried out at home by all the above means. Effectiveness depends on your approach. Proper use of medication guarantees 100% results. It is better to choose a suitable remedy with a doctor.