The fungus is diagnosed in almost every third person on the planet.The most common type of this disease is onychomycosis - damage to the nail plate pathogenic microflora.Most often, the infection is localized on the thumb of the leg, since it is constantly subjected to mechanical effects (rubbed on shoes), which is why microcracks appear on its nail.They are the “entrance gate” for the pathogen.If the first symptoms of onychomycosis are detected, it is necessary to immediately take treatment.Without timely therapy, the fungus from the thumb will quickly spread to neighboring healthy areas and will become a source of pain when walking and an unpleasant smell of feet.
Causes and symptoms of infection
You can catch the nail fungus when using infected things or when contacting the surface on which the sick person walked.Therefore, doctors insist on wearing rubber slippers in a sauna, bath or pool, and also forbid to wear other people's shoes, tights or socks.
The following factors can increase the likelihood of onychomycosis:
- non -compliance with personal hygiene;
- work in places with high humidity;
- rare shoes cleaning and washing underwear;
- reduced immunity;
- Damage to the skin on the fingers of the feet.
Also, the risk of getting a fungus of nails increases the presence of pathologies of the nail plate.Anomaly of the growth of keratin layer, dystrophy, inflammation or deformation of the nail - all this contributes to the rapid reproduction of pathogenic microflora.
The manifestation of onychomycosis
The main signs that the nail on the thumb of the foot was attacked by a fungal infection, refers:
- small cracks and a change in the color of the nail plate;
- acute pain when pressing the nail;
- constant itching between the fingers;
- burning under the nail;
- redness of the skin on the finger;
- unpleasant smell of feet;
- A sense of sputum when walking in closed shoes (sneakers, boots, shoes).
In some cases, when pressed on the nail from under it, white liquid can be released - the life of the vital activity of pathogens.It is often used as a sample for laboratory analysis, which allows you to determine the type of infection pathogen and the degree of its development.
Important!
It is impossible to cure the fungus at an advanced stage and preserve the nail.It will completely collapse in the process of treatment and it will have to be growed in a new one.
Therapy of fungal infection on the nail of the thumb
You can fight onychomycosis on the thumb of the foot in two ways - drugs and folk remedies.Each of the options has its advantages and features, so before starting treatment, you need to consult a doctor.Only the doctor will say what type of therapy will be effective in a particular case.
Drugs for mycosis of the nail plate on the thumb of the leg
Medicines for the treatment of onychomycosis are available in the following forms:
- sprays;
- creams;
- varnishes;
- Plasters.
The difference between them lies in the method of application and composition.Often dermatologists prescribe complex therapy, which includes the use of several types of drugs.For example, the spray spray on the infected surface with subsequent treatment of the nail with varnish or cream is popular.
Antifungal sprays
Sprays (aerosols) have a number of advantages compared to other drug forms:
- The contents of the bottle are applied to the nail of the thumb in a contactless way, which reduces the likelihood of spreading infection to healthy areas;
- The active components of the drug are sprayed not only on the nail plate, but also on nearby tissues;
- the spray can is equipped with a dispenser that allows you to control the consumption of the medicine;
- When using antimicous aerosols on socks or shoes, there are no traces;
- Sprays do not cover the nail and the skin of the finger with a dense film and do not delay moisture, which is the main favorable condition for the propagation of fungal dispute;
- Substances in the composition of aerosols have a drying property and a deodorizing effect.
Important!
Contraindications to the use of sprays was the individual intolerance of the components in their composition.During pregnancy and during breastfeeding, you need a doctor’s consultation.
Overhomycosis creams
Creams are no less effective than aerosols, but they have one significant minus - inconvenience of use.After processing the nail plate, with their help you need to wait for a certain time, while the active components are absorbed into the keratin layer.If you immediately shore or put on socks, then the product will be smeared and there will be no benefit from it.
The substances that make up the funds violate the membrane of fungal cells and lead to the cessation of the reproduction of the pathogen.The treatment of the first and second stage of onychomycosis may take from one to 2.5 weeks.The advanced form of the disease requires longer the use of drugs - from 20 days to two months.
All drugs are used according to one scheme:
- The foot is steamed in water with the addition of soda;
- The nail must be cut every time, cleaned with a file.If it has a decorative coating, then it is removed with acetone;
- A small amount of cream gently rubs into the nail plate.
After processing the thumb, you need to wait 5-10 minutes until the drug dries and absorbs into the keratin layer.
The procedure is repeated three times a day with an interval of 4 hours.The minimum duration of therapy is 1 week.
Antimicose varnishes
Glacks for treating the fungus on the nails are a liquid mixture that quickly dries and covers the plate with a thin breathable layer.The advantages of using this form of medicine include:
- the penetration of active components even into the smallest cracks on the nail;
- drying speed;
- simplicity of application;
- does not contain toxic substances;
- hides an unhealthy type of nail;
- protects against the spread of fungal disputes to healthy areas;
- High efficiency (pathogenic microflora begins to die on the second day of the drug).
All varnishes are used according to the same scheme.At first, the nail is cleaned, a keratin layer and an old medicinal film are removed from it.Next, the varnish bottle shakes and its contents are applied to the nail plate with an applicator.
Important!
Therapeutic varnishes cannot be used simultaneously with decorative.Cosmetics create a dense film that does not pass the air and promotes the growth of the fungus in the structure of the nail plate.
Patching from nail fungus
With plasters impregnated with an antimicous composition, you can get rid of the fungus only if it is at the initial stage of development.They protect against the spread of pathogen to neighboring areas, help soften the nail plate and well complement the use of other drugs.Their main disadvantage was that they are poorly held on the skin and often peel off during walking.Therefore, it is best to wear them at home and fasten only on the thumb.
It is best to use a patch at the same time using sprays or creams.So the maximum therapeutic effect will be achieved.
Plasters are applied as follows:
- The tissue tape with a medicinal substance is peeled off from the film and attached on top of the nail.If necessary, it is cut off in the shape of a finger;
- The patch is changed every day before bedtime;
- The minimum duration of therapy is 12 days.
While wearing a patch, it is necessary to ensure that moisture is not going to under him.To do this, you can make small holes in the fabric tape with a needle.You need to stick a patch only 20 minutes after steaming feet in water with soda.
The nail fungus on the thumb: treatment with folk remedies
Doctors do not approve of onychomycosis therapy with “grandmother's” agents, but do not deny that traditional medicine is able to get rid of the disease.If a person decided to treat the nail fungus at home with improvised means, then he needs to pre -take tests, identify the stage of development of the disease and consult a dermatologist.It is especially important to visit a doctor in advance if onychomycosis appears in a child.
Traditional medicine offers several methods of combating the fungus:
- compresses;
- Do -it -yourself ointments;
- Bath mixtures;
- Decoctions for rinsing the feet.
The main advantage of using non -traditional means is accessibility and naturalness.However, all of them are not devoid of contraindications and side effects, which should be found out in advance.
Antifungal compresses
The compresses are easy to use and cover not only the nail on the thumb, but also the intergracial zone and the lower part of the foot.They can be used as an independent remedy against mycosis, and in combination with pharmaceutical drugs and other recipes for traditional medicine.
Below are the most popular methods of preparing compresses that use positive reviews from doctors and visitors to medical forums:
- Hren compresses.The root of the plant has an antimicrobial and antimicose effect.To prepare the compress, you will need to take 100 grams of the rhizome and grind it in a blender or pass through a meat grinder.The resulting gruel is mixed with a half teaspoon of 9% vinegar, and then wrapped in several layers of gauze.The bandage is attached to the foot from the side of the thumb and fixed with a simple adhesive plaster.A woolen toe is put on top.You need to wear a compress for 40 minutes daily for 2-3 weeks.With frequent contact of horseradish juice with the skin, inflammation may appear, so after removing the bandage, the foot is thoroughly pissed and dried;
- Cleaner compress.The grass has the same properties as hell.For the compress you need 300 grams of a fresh plant passed through a meat grinder.In order to prevent the juice from spreading along the foot, you need to add a little flour to the slurry.The thickened mass is wrapped in gauze and attached over the fingers with a fabric adhesive plaster or bandage.On top you need to wind several layers of cling film and put on a warm toe.Since the celandine is considered to be a poisonous plant, the duration of wearing a compress is only 15 minutes.After removing the bandage, the leg is caressed in warm water with a teaspoon of soda.It is necessary to treat the nail fungus on the thumb of the leg for 2-3 weeks;
- Herbal compresses.For their manufacture, you need to take several plants - chamomile, calendula, celandine and nettles.On a teaspoon of each grass (dry or fresh - it does not matter) are mixed in ceramic dishes and poured with a pile of alcohol.When the grass mixture is saturated, it is squeezed, connected to a tablespoon of garlic juice and wrapped in gauze.The compress is applied to the thumb for 15-20 minutes, after which the foot is rinsed.It is necessary to be treated using this method for at least 7 days.
Important!
Compresses with acetic acid and celandine are not suitable for the treatment of young children, nursing and pregnant women.
Effective ointments from onychomycosis with your own hands
The preparation of ointments at home for many seems to be a difficult process, but in fact it is not.To make a local antifungal drug is very easy.The most popular remedy is calendula ointment.For her you need to take:
- basis (glycerin, petroleum jelly or natural butter) - 1 tablespoon;
- fresh calendula flowers-50-80 gr.;
- A few drops of sage essential oil.
The calendula flowers steam in warm water, after which they grind in a blender.Next, they are mixed with the base and essential oil.The finished mixture is wrapped in cling film and placed in the refrigerator for a couple of hours.The chilled ointment is smeared on the nail of the thumb 3 times a day until a complete recovery.A bandage is applied from above or sealed with a fabric patch.
If there is no calendula at hand, then it can be replaced:
- celandine;
- nettle;
- thyme;
- horseradish.
Instead of sage oil, vinegar essence, garlic juice, onions or lemon is suitable.The most important thing is before using the product to verify the absence of an allergy to its composition.It is also important to remember that celandine and vinegar are contraindicated for children under 3 years of age and pregnant women.
Antifungal baths for stop
Baths can not only cure onychomycosis, but are also able to soften the coarsening skin of the feet and accelerate the regeneration of the nail plate when the old keratin layer begins to exfoliate.In addition, the essential oils added to the water for steaming feet will be eliminated from itching and made so that the legs will smell pleasantly.
Below are 5 sets of ingredients that need to be added to a warm bath to get rid of nail fungus:
- 50 ml of celandine juice, 3 drops of orange essential oil, one tablespoon of soda;
- 100 gr.salts, juice of one lemon, a glass of a strong decoction of chamomile;
- 3 drops of tea tree essential oil, 4 cloves of crushed garlic, 2 tablespoons of soda;
- 3 drops of lavender essential oil, 100 gr.salt, a tablespoon of vinegar;
- A glass of nettle decoction, juice of one large onion, 3 drops of lemon balm essential oil, a tablespoon of chopped garlic.
These ingredients are taken per 3 liters of hot water.They are added to the liquid in which the feet will steam.The bath must be taken once every 3 days, simultaneously treating the legs with medicines or ointments prepared by yourself.
Stop rinsing decoctions
Decoctions of herbs are not an independent remedy for the treatment of fungus.They are used as an addition to the main course of onychomycosis therapy or to prevent an infectious disease.
Decoctions are prepared from such plants:
- oregano;
- mint;
- Canadian yellow -root;
- calendula;
- celandine;
- burdock (root);
- yarrow.
Three tablespoons of one or more herbs are poured with a liter of boiling water and boiled over low heat for 15-20 minutes.After the decoction, cooled up to 40 degrees and poured into a thin stream into a basin with two liters of warm water.It is not necessary to filter it.After rinsing, you need to wipe your legs dry, cut the nail on the thumb and treat it with a drug.The procedure is recommended to be repeated daily.