The most common disease of a fungal nature is mycosis of the feet. The fungus on the legs appears most often in the area of \u200b\u200bthe fingers and nails. Despite modern technology, old sores continue to torment people. They still require the systematic use of drugs and patience in achieving the goal.
It is easy to get infected with a fungus, but getting rid of it is not so easy. The fact is that getting on the surface of the skin, under the influence of favorable conditions, the fungus begins to develop, while destroying the epidermis or nail.
Symptoms that indicate that a fungus has appeared
A fungal infection on the feet has 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:
- severe itching;
- Changes in the color of the skin and nails in places where the fungus develops;
- Some forms of fungal infection present as small rashes or watery pimples;
- peeling of the skin;
- Redness and swelling;
- Sometimes the body temperature rises, in most cases - no higher than 37 degrees;
- Affected nails lose their elasticity, begin to exfoliate and crumble or even collapse, the skin near the nail fester;
- Watery acne becomes cloudy over time, the internal contents become purulent.
Fungus on the legs and the reasons for its activity
Almost all people on Earth are carriers of fungal infections, but not everyone is sick with them.
The infection is activated for the following reasons:
- Violation of the endocrine system;
- Visiting public pools, saunas, baths without special shoes;
- High humidity contributes to the development of infection, for example, wet shoes, poorly dried feet after hygiene procedures;
- Weakened immunity.
Fungus and its therapy with pharmaceutical drugs
Treating fungal infections is a long process. It is very important to choose the right drug and recognize the disease in time. No one will do this better than a dermatologist, you should not experiment on your own. The fact is that the area of \u200b\u200bthe skin affected by the infection looks like ordinary dermatitis.
miconazole antifungal agent
It has a wide range of applications, that is, 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 of grateful patients, the remedy is a very effective remedy for parasitic fungi. Quickly helps, and there are rarely relapses. The first tangible result appears on the 2nd week of treatment.
Undecylic acid preparation
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 the healing of damaged skin.
To heal faster, lubricate the damaged areas 2 times a day every day.
Treat for at least 15 days. If the need arises, repeat the course in the same way.
The medicine has some contraindications: an allergic reaction, skin diseases of non-fungal origin in the acute phase. Side effects also relate, to a greater extent, to allergies.
After applying the medicine, weeping wounds quickly heal, which sometimes appear under the influence of mycosis. 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 toes. Wash off with soap and water before next use. Then wipe your feet dry, then apply the medicine again. Treatment spend 3 weeks. Everything depends on the results. If the disease will "resist", the course can be continued for another week. If the disease recurs, repeat the treatment according to the same scheme.
After application, the first tangible results appear no earlier than 7 days. Itching goes faster.
Quinoningin antifungal agent
It is used for mild forms of skin damage, it is not used for nails.
Treat with this drug 2 times a day, apply the powder on clean and 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 appears not earlier than 7-8 days of treatment.
Means for removing 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 removed surgically. This is necessary because no medicine will get under the nail plate. Accordingly, any treatment will be useless. The infection gets under the nail and multiplies. The new plate will grow back in time, but already healthy.
To eliminate 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 emulsion treatment so as not to damage it. The next step is to seal the treated area with a plaster. The time of use is indicated in the instructions.
Then remove the softened layer with a nail file for a pedicure or manicure. How many times to apply - depends on the thickness of the nail plate. The package is designed for several fingers.
Contraindicated in those experiencing an allergic reaction to it or one of its ingredients. There is no information on 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 dealt with much faster.
How to deal with the problem at home?
Treatment of the disease at home with natural remedies can be effective, especially in the initial stage of development. It is better to eliminate complex forms with medication, so as not to waste time.
Recipe #1
Take 100 grams of milkweed. The whole plant is used, from roots to flowers. Place in a thermos and fill with water, you need about 2 liters. If there is no suitable thermos, you can prepare medicine in any container, which is then covered with something dense in order to keep warm. After a few hours, pour into a basin and steam the feet affected by mycosis. Repeat every 3 days. Treatment lasts from 14 days.
Recipe #2
Moisten clean socks with wine vinegar and wring out well. Put on your feet before bed. Vinegar has antiseptic properties. Helps get rid of the fungus. Treatment lasts at least a month.
Recipe #3
Brew coffee in a pot. Pour the finished strong drink into a bowl and steam your feet in it. Thus, not only eliminate the fungus in a matter of days, but also relieve fatigue from the legs. Repeat the procedure for how many days in a row.
Preventive measures to prevent the onset of the disease:
- If you have excessive sweating of the legs, take herbal baths every evening, change your socks often;
- It is advisable to soar your feet in a saline or soda solution, for this, dissolve a tablespoon of the product in a liter of water and hold your feet for 15-20 minutes;
- Iron 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 of the above means. The effectiveness depends on your approach. Proper use of drugs guarantees 100% results. It is better to choose a suitable remedy with a doctor.