The mushroom of nails is always easier to heal in the early stages than to deal with an advanced form of the disease.In the last stages of onychomycosis, the destruction of the nail plate, the integrity of which is not restored, continues.The skin also suffers near the affected area.
The first phase of nail fungus is successfully treated with medication and folk remedies at home.Let us consider more detail how to recognize the first signs of the disease and what measures are taken to remedy.
Symptoms
With the damage to onychomycosis, the appearance of the nail, its shape and skin near the focus of the infection, changes.The fungus is located in the plates, in the nail bed and in the upper layers of the dermis.In order to recognize it early, it is necessary to carefully examine the fingers every 3-4 days after visiting public places (pools, shower, open ponds).
In the early stages, the disease can occur in three directions:
- Almost asymptomatic.This type of mushroom is called normotrophic.
- In the case of hypertrophic, an increase in the plate occurs.It gets thicker and denser;
- On the contrary, the atrophic form is characterized by the refinement of the structure of the nail.
The symptoms of onychomycosis influence the comprehensive disturbance of the nail plate, its scooters, the skin around.Changes refer to:
- Skin and nail shade;
- The appearance of the dermis and the plate;
- Strength, thickness of the nail.
If the use of the disease exceeds asymptomatic, only one dermatologist can recognize the occurrence of the disease by examining.When examining with the help of special tools, barely distinguishable white spots are visible.During hygiene methods, they are usually not noticed.
Further changes influence the color of the nail.Healthy plates have a pink color.The affected surface becomes yellowish or pale.In addition, the color changes from gray -green to black and brown.A healthy shine also disappears, the nail gets matt.
In the photo of the first stage of onychomycosis, yellow -brown areas that are affected by microorganisms are clearly visible.The base of the nail also changes.It looks like a crucialized role covered with scales.The plate and the lower bed crumble and delays.The surface becomes thicker or vice versa.
A characteristic feature of the beginning of onychomycosis is a violation of the integrity of the plate.It breaks, divided into several layers.In some cases, hills appear, grooves on the surface.
The skin around the affected area is also changed.They are expressed in the following manifestations:
- Itching, burning;
- Reddening;
- the occurrence of cracks;
- Loose structure.
Another characteristic symptom through which the disease can be determined is an unpleasant smell.It appears as a result of the spread of the fungus and its life.Sweat and pollution improve bad smells.
If the disease is not treated, the destruction runs.The nail is rejected without recovery.The fungus changes to neighboring fingers and causes its deformation.
Important!In the absence of treatment, complications begin in the form of simultaneous pathologies.Therefore, you have to start therapy as soon as possible.
Types of therapy
Nail fungus is treated in both a hospital and independent.The following types of therapy are used for this:
- Medicines;
- Hardware;
- With the help of folk remedies.
So that the treatment is successful, it is better to contact a dermatologist to make a diagnosis.An independent fight against the infection does not always provide a positive result.The therapy worsens the development of the disease with incorrectly selected means.
The clinic carries out a laboratory study by the affected area.The following factors are determined:
- Stadium of the disease;
- the degree of deformation of the plate;
- The area of spreading the infection.
In view of all aspects, the dermatologist prescribes the type of treatment and medication.The hom therapy is used as a supplement to medication.Treatment with specially developed antifungals is most effective.
Medication
Onychomycosis in the early stages is well treated with pharmacy products.They are available in two ways: local application and systemic (which influence the entire organism).The former publication in such forms:
- creamy;
- fluid;
- Pavement.
Pharmacies offer a large selection of these funds in different price categories.The latter are antibiotics or antimotics.They have to be used like a doctor because they refer to effective.
Anoint
In the early stages of the development of the disease, funds are used with creamy consistency.They stop the inflammatory process and block the spread of microorganisms to neighboring fingers.
Before applying the leg, it is recommended to dampen so that the cream penetrates the pores better.Then the places near the affected areas are lubricated.The drug is also grated between the fingers.The ointment is used 2-4 times a day according to the instructions.This happens until a positive result is achieved.
Fluid
Many antifungals are produced in the form of solutions.It may be:
- therapeutic varnishes;
- Drops;
- Sprays.
The paint is applied directly to the plate with a brush.This is very comfortable because the entire composition is immediately distributed over the surface of the nail.The medication comes into the deep layers of the plate and eliminates the fungus.After the application you have to wait for the paint.Drops act similar.The affected nail is processed using a pipette.Usually it is already installed in the cap.These funds successfully remove the disease in the initial stage of the disease.
Sprays and aerosols are used to treat and prevent onychomycosis.They process the feet and shoes inside.
Pavement
Antimytotics are used in combination with ointment or paint.First, the main remedy is applied to the nail plate.They wait for drying and are then sealed with a patch.The product is deducted after 24 hours.The therapy lasts 2-4 weeks for the mushroom to completely disappear.
Hardware methods
The fungus is treated not only with the help of drugs, but also by devices.Laser exposure and ozone therapy are new successful methods to get rid of this disease.The essence of the first method is that a thin light beam is brought into the area of damage by bacteria.The laser has a bactericidal and anti -inflammatory property.Light waves kill the fungus and disinfect the skin surface.
Important!The effect of the procedures is only noticeable with daily behavior.It is necessary to bring the course to the end.
The second method is to enrich damaged tissue with ozone.Gas is generated in special devices.Then the oxygen zone mixture is inserted into the upper layers of the dermis near the sick nail.This happens with the injection.Gas destroys the spores of mushrooms and prevents the infection from spreading.This process also regenerates skin cells and strengthens the tissue.Ozonotherapy has a long effect.
Home methods
The disease in an early stage is successfully treated with folk remedies.The main thing is to notice the propagation infection in good time.
The processing of painful spots is carried out by rubbing therapeutic compositions or compressing compresses.Baths with drugs are also useful.The following products are used for the production of mixtures:
- Salt, soda;
- Vinegar;
- Tea soap;
- Iodine;
- Medicinal herbs;
- Lemon juice.
Recipes
Develop and clean the skin of dead cells soda baths.Based on a solution based on: 50 g sodium bicarnine per liter of warm water.Soda can be replaced by sea salt.Pour the mixture into the pool and hold the legs for 20 to 30 minutes.After the procedure, you need to clean the skin of keratized tissues and fat with anti -inflatable cream.The therapy is carried out at night.The treatment period is one month with an interval of ten days in three.
Baths with decoctions of medicinal plants kill a mushroom, disinfect the skin and block the appearance of new infections.Herbs use for the compositions:
- Calendula flowers;
- Chamomile;
- Wegerich;
- Celandine;
- Nettles and leaves of nettles;
- Thyme;
- Burry goes.
6-7 tablespoons of crushed dry grass are brewed in two liters of boiling water.After 30 minutes, the legs are lowered into the solution and kept for about half an hour.The infusion is made from both a grass and from your mix.The combination of plants improves the effectiveness of the treatment.
After the bathroom, the dead cells are removed, the skin is treated with an antiseptic (hydrogen peroxide, vinegar solution).The course of the therapy is 3-4 weeks.
Iodine is an inexpensive and affordable means of treating onychomycosis and its prevention.Every day you have to apply a drop of the product to the patient in the morning and evening.Such measures are taken up to a complete healing.
In a container with warm water (2 liters), 60-70 g sea salt is diluted, some drops of iodine are added.In this solution, the feet are kept for 20-25 minutes.Such baths are made every day, in the evening until the signs of the mushroom disappeared.
Lnings of iodine and vinegar help well.Take a teaspoon of both liquids, mix with the same amount of glycerin.Add half a glass of boiled water.The resulting mixture is treated with wounds for 10 to 14 days in a row.
An effective tool is a compress made of onions.Half of the light bulb is crushed into a wound up with gauze.Then covered with a second layer of fabric and applied to the feet affected by the infection.The compress is attached with an elastic bandage or bandage.The procedure takes place daily at night.Garlic is also suitable instead of onions.Both products kill pathogenic microbes, disinfect and prevent the spread of the fungus.
If the folk methods did not help after a month, you have to contact a dermatologist to get advice.After the examination, the doctor will diagnose and prescribe more effective treatment.