Poor -quality closed shoes on the legs made of dense material is the main cause of the appearance of the fungus on the foot.Due to the fact that dense material does not pass the air inside the shoes, pathogenic microflora develops.The disease causes severe discomfort, due to a non-aesthetic appearance, the level of self-confidence in himself decreases.How to treat foot fungus?
The main symptoms and forms of the disease
Medicine knows many different types of fungus.All of them are able to harm the skin in the foot.They appear the same.In most cases, the fungus affects the skin between the fingers of the foot.Due to the fact that a sense of discomfort does not occur, the patient does not notice how the fungus spreads to the entire surface of the foot.First of all, skin areas experiencing the maximum load when walking are subjected to damage.
The main symptoms of the distribution of fungus:
- Cracks form between the fingers;
- A person constantly experiences itching;
- The skin between the fingers becomes dry, while it constantly peels;
- Some areas of the skin thicken;
- areas of the skin that impressed the fungus blush;
- The patient constantly feels a burning sensation;
- Small bubbles are swollen, which are filled with liquid.
Nail plates are usually infected in public places: baths, saunas, pools.To avoid such infection, you should visit public use with replaceable shoes.The infection itself occurs through the dead particles of the skin 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 occurrence of foot mycosis is determined by repeated nail injuries and a violation of blood supply to the legs.The development of the disease is facilitated by the presence of concomitant diseases: diabetes mellitus, blood disease, immunodeficiency.Often there is the spread of the fungus between family members.This is due to the use of common things - slippers, towels and washcloths.The reason for the spread of the fungus inside the family may not be a sole -soaked bath.The fungus can switch to the nails of the hands, if the places of infection are constantly combed.
Distinguishseveral forms of mycosis.
- The squamous (erased) form is the initial phase of the disease.With it, peeling of the skin is observed like between the fingers of the foot, so on its side sides and on the heel.If you do not start timely treatment, then the disease can progress further and turn into a more serious form.
- Hyperkeratotic form - in this form of the disease, a thickening of the layer of the epidermis and the presence of small keratinized areas that are covered with cracks are observed.The disease is accompanied by a feeling of itching, dry skin, discomfort occurs, and in some cases pain.
- Intriginal - this form is diagnosed in 10% of cases.With her, the skin experiences a deep defeat of the folds between the fingers.The skin turns red, cracks appear, the upper layers are exfoliated.Often there is a pain sensation.
- Dyshidrotic - manifests itself in the occurrence of small bubbles on the skin, which fills the transparent liquid.Strong inflammation can make them open.As a result, an erotic surface is formed.Peeling and peeling of the skin layers intensify.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 the foot fungus.We will tell you more about this.
Foot fungus: pharmacy treatment
For the treatment of foot fungus, local or systemic products are used with drugs.
The use of local drugsmeans using:
- gel;
- varnishes;
- cream;
- Spray.
Using system drugs means the use of:
- tablets;
- capsules.
Before using a certain antifungal affinity, be sure topass the sensitivity testThe causative agent of the disease to the active components of the drug.For this, a special analysis is carried out, which allows you to find out the type of fungal infection that impressed the person.
Treatment with medicines
Medicines that fight a fungal infection are carried out in the form of tablets or capsules.The course of treatment is from 4 to 6 months.Funds are selected based on the type of fungus and accounting for possible contraindications for the use of the medicine (for example, during pregnancy).Taking drugs is implemented according to the principle of pulse therapy, that is, in small courses, but with large breaks and high doses.
Onychomycosis(fungal damage to the nail platinum) is treated with system drugs.
The effectiveness of several drugs is enhanced by spore probiotics.These drugs showed themselves well in the fight against the fungus of the foot.
The use of antifungal drugs has its own restrictions.So,Drugs are not prescribed:
- in a chronic kidney disease or baked;
- during pregnancy, the period of lactation;
- deficiency of lactase;
- individual intolerance;
- taking incompatible drugs:
- hypersensitivity to active components of the drug.
During the treatment of the disease, and after it is of great importanceThe right choice of shoes.It should be convenient and not squeeze the fabrics.Otherwise, subtyo -gatual onychomycosis may develop.
An examination by a specialist should be held for the first time - after 14 days, after which you need to come to the doctor every month.After the treatment is completed after 6 months, microscopy should be carried out.
Local remedies against the fungus of the 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 smaller than the use of system medicines.It is best to use local funds in the complex.Cream, gel or spray is applied after cleansing the skin of the feet andRub with light movements.Apply local funds for 7-10 days.The drugs are applied to 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 varnish.In its first use, the areas of the nail affected by the fungus are removed with a nail file, after which the nail surface is disinfected with alcohol.The varnish itself dries in 3-5 minutes.
The main advantagesThe use of varnish is:
- The composition includes drugs with a drying effect;
- The tool can penetrate deep into the tissue of the nail;
- The varnish hardens, protecting the nail from water and air, which leads the fungus to death;
- Thanks to the protective film, re -infection of mycosis does not occur.
Treatment of mycosis using folk remedies
Medicines are very effectively cope with treatment.However, many people prefer folk remedies for medications.
Mikoz Stop is treated with:
- hydrogen peroxide;
- garlic;
- celandine;
- formalin;
- Zelenki;
- coffee;
- potassium permanganate;
- glycerin et al.
We describe the most effective means of combating the fungus that can be prepared at home.
Home remedies on vinegar -based
Vinegar in the fight against mycosis has established itself as a very good remedy.We give two recipes.
- Vinegar is mixed with water in proportions 1: 6.Before using the solution, the legs should be well steamed.It is necessary to remove the coarsened skin with the feet and cut off, as far as possible, the part of the nail affected by the fungus.The legs are lowered into the vinegar solution and leave in this position for 2-3 minutes.Wipe the skin between the fingers and nails well.This procedure is carried out every other day for 2 weeks.
- In a small container, one teaspoon of vinegar is placed 70%.Vegetable oil and repudin are added to it - all on a teaspoon.Egg yolk is also added.The mixture is thoroughly mixed and applied to the nail affected by the fungus.The leg is wrapped with plastic film and put on a toe or stocking.After 3-4 hours, the foot should be washed with warm water.The procedure is repeated 3-4 times.The mixture must be stored in the refrigerator.
Iodine treatment
Alcohol solution of iodineIt is considered the most affordable remedy for the treatment of nail fungus.However, when applying it, it should be borne in mind that iodine can cause allergies.To check the effect of iodine on your body, drip a little iodine on the skin area in the elbow area.If, after a certain time, itching, irritation or skin blushed in this place, then you should not use iodine.If everything is fine, then proceed to treatment.
The treatment itself is carried out through a five percent alcohol solution of iodine.The solution is applied a drop per day on the affected area of the nail.The procedure is convenient to perform a cotton swab.If it is embarrassed by the fact that iodine stains the nail plate in yellow, then it is worth planning treatment for vacation.Passing the finger and nail, do not forget about the prevention of nails and fingers adjacent to it.On them, a solution of iodine is applied by drop every two days.
After a week of treatment with iodine, you can feelItching and burningIn places undergoing processing.With especially strong sensations, a solution of iodine can be applied only once every two days.The general period of treatment with iodine can take from 3-4 weeks.
Treatment with household soap
Coarous soap and birch tar is considered another effective remedy for combating mycosis.The legs should be steamed in warm water and rubbed with a washcloth with soap.You need to rub out for 15-20 minutes.Parts of the nail affected by the infectious fungus are cut.The feet are wiped dry with a clean towel and lubricated with a nutrient cream.Waking up in the morning, the feet should be washed with cool water.After that, a birch tar is applied to the feet and interdigital cracks.After 2 hours, the legs are washed, wiped and pure cotton socks are put on the feet.Theirwear without taking off, 2 days.Then the legs are washed with household soap and greased with tar.After a week, the operation is repeated.
Baking soda
Soda and water gruel is applied to the affected areas of the skin for 15-20 minutes, after which it is washed off with cool water, and a baby powder is applied to its place.You can use cool baths for the legs with soda with soda with table salt.The solution is prepared at the rate of one tablespoon of soda and salt per 2 liters of water.Baths are best done before bedtime.After the end of the procedure, the foot is washed with warm water.
Boric acid
For the treatment of mycosis, boric acid is used.It is sold in the formalcohol solution, powder or ointment.It is used quite simply.
- 3-4 liters of hot water (at least 55 degrees) are taken, in which boric acid (2 tablespoons) dissolve.The feet are lowered into the bath for 15-20 minutes.After the end of the foot procedure, you can not rinse, it is enough to wipe with a towel.Baths are used with a frequency of 3-6 times a week.
- Boric acid in the form of an alcohol solution or powder should be applied to the affected areas of the nail plate twice a day - preferably in the morning and evening.When the drug is absorbed into the nail, you can wear clean and dry socks.
Conclusion
The faster the treatment of mycosis start, the higher the effectiveness of treatment.By no meansThe disease cannot be launched.Otherwise, any slight fungal damage to the skin or nail over time can acquire severe shapes.Do not bring the disease to the extreme.