The most common disease of a fungal nature is mycosis of the feet. Fungus on the legs appears most often in the finger and nail area. Despite modern technology, the old plagues continue to plague people. They still require the systematic use of drugs and patience to achieve the goal.
It's easy to get infected with a fungus, but getting rid of it isn't that easy. The fact is that rising to the surface of the skin, under the influence of favorable conditions, the fungus begins to develop, destroying the epidermis or nail.
Symptoms that indicate the appearance of a fungus
A fungal infection on the feet has many forms. They have their own symptoms, but some are characteristic of all kinds of manifestations of the fungus.
It is possible to determine the disease by the following signs:
- severe itching;
- Changes in the color of the skin and nails 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 more than 37 degrees;
- Affected nails lose their elasticity, begin to peel and crumble or even collapse, the skin near the nail deteriorates;
- Watery acne becomes cloudy over time, the internal contents become purulent.
Fungus on the legs and reasons for its activity
Almost all people on Earth are carriers of fungal infections, but not everyone is sick with it.
The infection is triggered 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 infection, for example, wet shoes, poorly dry feet after hygiene procedures;
- Weakened immunity.
The fungus and its drug therapy
Treating fungal infections is a long process. It is very important to choose the right drug and recognize the disease in time. Nobody will do it better than a dermatologist, you shouldn't experiment on your own. The fact is that the area of the skin affected by the infection looks like ordinary dermatitis.
miconazole antifungal agent
It has a wide range of applications, meaning it fights a wide variety of fungal infections. It is considered one of the most effective. Treatment can be started after the doctor's prescription.
To get rid of the infection, treat problem skin or nails 2 times a day. For 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 have disappeared, it is necessary to use the drug for about a week.
It is contraindicated to use this remedy for people with severe liver pathologies. Side effects are associated with allergic reactions.
According to numerous reviews of 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 undecyl acid
Undecyl acid is the main active ingredient. In addition to the fact that the drug helps 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 necessary, repeat the course in the same way.
The medicine has some contraindications: an allergic reaction, skin diseases of non-fungal origin in the acute stage. Side effects also affect allergies to a greater extent.
After applying the medicine, weeping wounds heal quickly, which sometimes appear under the influence of mycosis. The itch disappears in a few days.
Homeopathic antifungal remedy with psoralens
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 get rid of 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 with soap and water before next use. Then dry your feet, then apply the medicine again. The treatment lasts 3 weeks. It all depends on the results. If the disease "persists", 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. The itch goes faster.
Quinoningin antifungal agent
It is used for mild forms of skin damage, it is not used for nails.
Dealing with this drug 2 times a day, apply the powder to clean, dry skin. He also treats shoes and socks with medicine. The maximum course is 4 weeks.
After application, the fungus ceases to exist after a while. The first significant result appears no 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 go under the nail plate. As a result, any treatment will be useless. The infection gets under the nail and multiplies. The new dish will grow back in time, but already healthy.
To get rid of the nail without surgery, treat it with an emulsion every few days. First dissolve some soap and baking soda in warm water. 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 treatment of the emulsion in order not to damage it. The next step is to seal the treated area with a plaster. The usage time is indicated in the instructions.
Then remove the softened layer with a nail file for a pedicure or manicure. How often to apply - depends on the thickness of the nail plate. The pack is designed for multiple fingers.
Contraindicated in those who experience an allergic reaction to it or to one of its ingredients. There is no information on side effects.
After proper application, the nail plate thins 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 the unprotected skin, so that the fungus can be treated 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 early stage of development. It is better to get rid of complex forms with drugs, so as not to waste time.
Recipe # 1
Take 100 grams of milkweed. The whole plant is used, from roots to flowers. Put in a thermos and fill with water, about 2 liters are needed. If there is no suitable thermos, you can prepare the medicine in any container, which is then covered with something thick to keep warm. After a few hours, pour into a basin and steam the legs affected by mycosis. Repeat every 3 days. The treatment has lasted for 14 days.
Recipe # 2
Dampen clean socks with wine vinegar and wring well. Get on your feet before going to bed. Vinegar has antiseptic properties. Helps get rid of the fungus. The treatment lasts at least a month.
Recipe # 3
Prepare the coffee in a coffee pot. Pour the finished strong drink into a bowl and steam the feet. Therefore, you not only get rid of the fungus within a few days, but also relieve leg fatigue. 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 night, change socks often;
- It is advisable to soak the feet in a saline or soda solution, for this dissolve a tablespoon of product in a liter of water and keep the feet for 15-20 minutes;
- Iron bed linen and socks after washing with 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. Correct use of drugs guarantees 100% results. It is best to choose a suitable remedy with a doctor.