Tinea capitis is a nasty fungal disease. Her treatment time is long, there is a high risk of re-infection. To achieve greater effectiveness, traditional medicine is combined with folk remedies. The advantage of the latter is its low cost. It is important not only to get rid of the fungus on the feet in time, but also to prevent its development.
Causes and symptoms of failure
Initially, the symptoms of the disease appear in the feet and eventually spread only to the toes. In advanced cases, the nail plate is affected. In this case, the patient feels: itching; peel off; burn; pain.
Sometimes pathology can begin to develop from the nail plate. This can happen if an infection occurs during pedicure. Common symptoms of foot fungus include:
- the formation of cracks in the heels;
- rough skin;
- the formation of bubbles with a transparent liquid;
- red skin.
Mushrooms can be a manifestation of an allergic reaction. In this case, the disease is acute. The causes of fungal diseases can be different:
- low immunity;
- staying on the feet in warm and humid environments for long periods of time;
- vascular pathology;
- leg wound;
- wearing poor quality shoes;
- Diabetes;
- immunodeficiency diseases.
It can be difficult to get rid of the fungus on the feet quickly, because the larger the affected area, the longer the treatment period. Effective treatment can only be if the drugs are selected correctly.
Traditional treatment
Usually, to get rid of the fungus on the feet, people use ointments, in the composition of which there is a substance that neutralizes the mycelium. They are for external use only. Most preparations contain additional ingredients in the form of vitamin and mineral supplements. They help speed up the recovery process.
Fungal lesions are eliminated with antifungal agents. They not only eliminate the symptoms, but also affect the cause of the disease. Ointments, which contain undecylenic acid and zinc, are also effective, so the drug is likely to have a fungicidal effect.
The budget option is the lining fabric, which contains xeroform, tar and camphor. These active ingredients quickly penetrate deep, reduce swelling, inflammation, itching.
Some experts recommend using medicated varnishes. The main advantage of this dosage form is its long-lasting effect on the nail plate.
You can get rid of the fungus on the feet with the help of tablets. Their peculiarity lies in the fact that they interrupt the production of ergosterol and destroy pathogenic microorganisms. These drugs have some contraindications, so they should only be used under the direction of a specialist.
Folk remedies
Medical treatment is expensive, but not always effective. Combining traditional medicine with traditional recipes will help you achieve good results in a short time.
The following remedies and botanicals will help get rid of foot fungus:
- iodine;
- hydrogen peroxide;
- celandine;
- Soft drink.
Iodine is a good disinfectant and a fairly strong halogen. Most fungal strains are made up of protein, so this product helps fight them effectively. Before use, make sure that the patient is not allergic to iodine and not hypersensitive to it. However, such a folk method helps only at the early stages of the lesion, since the effect is only on the upper layer. Iodine solutions are highly concentrated and must be diluted with alcohol before use. The drug is recommended to be applied at night. The duration of treatment should be at least one week.
Hydrogen peroxide helps to normalize metabolism. Applications are made on a 3% solution basis. You need to keep them for 10 minutes. To get the effect, it is recommended to apply it 2 times a day for 5 days.
Cedarwood is often used to treat skin diseases. This can be explained by the saponins and alkaloids present in its juice composition. On the basis of the plant, baths, infusions, compresses and decoctions are prepared. Fresh juice is quite effective. It is used for compression. Fresh or dried grass can be used for bathing. For 100 g of dry base, about 1 liter of liquid is taken. It is recommended to shower every day for 10 days. After the procedure, the feet are dried and dead skin is removed. The affected areas are lubricated with juice.
Baking soda has a softening and disinfecting effect. It is rarely used in its pure form. In most cases, this product is combined with salt or soap. Bathing with soda and sea salt gives a good effect. If desired, you can add a few drops of iodine to it. You need to steam your feet twice a day. The course of treatment lasts about 5 days.
Folk remedies help to get rid of the fungus in a week, but only if the cause of muscle damage is eliminated.
Precautions
Prevention is easier than cure in the long run. Fungal infections thrive in warm, humid environments. You just need to wear high quality shoes and the right size. You cannot go barefoot in public areas. In this case, it is better to give preference to rubber sandals.
When buying new shoes, you must not try them on without socks. It is better not to use market socks, as it may have been worn by someone with a fungal infection. After bathing or showering, dry your feet thoroughly, especially between the toes.
Separate and sterilized tools should be used for pedicure care. If the pedicure is performed in the salon, then you need to give preference only to trusted beauticians who use safe and high-quality materials. Foot hygiene is an important part of prevention.
There are many home remedies available to treat foot fungus. You should consult your doctor before using them. Just using folk remedies in the early stages can restore muscle damage, for more severe cases, combined methods are needed.