Slather on a layer of Vicks Vapo-Rub, then put your sock on over it. Do this every day until the fungus goes away. It works. I had bad toenail fungus and in 10 days it improved greatly. After 3 weeks it was gone--much better than the 6 month pill treatments, and a heck of a lot cheaper.Toe nail fungus?
Try Tea Tree oil. And you should let it fall off on it's own.
Try vaporub! Put some on it a couple times day. I have heard from alot of people it works better than any creams from the podiatrust. I wouldnt try the pills unless necessary. They can cause liver failure, I think I would rather deal with a little fungus.
I would say that it's progressing. It's very difficult to get rid of. Go see your doctor and get yourself started on taking the series of oral Lamisil treatments as soon as you can. Prescription required.
Toe nail fungus can sometimes be very aggressive. I contracted one once from a Podiatrist's therapy area! Lamisil wouldn't touch it. I ended up going to a dermatologist who treated it with pills, a topical cream, plus my toenail had to be removed! It took about a year to heal, but now it is all gone, and my nail grew back nice and healthy. I would really suggest getting to a doctor! Yes, cleanliness has nothing to do with it!! You can pick this nasty stuff up in any public area, especially fitness areas, gyms, pools, etc. Don't ignore it, it will just spread and get worse!!!
Lamisil is not approved for toe nail fungus. If you read label it will say for the skin around the toe. It is probably peeling because it is getting worse. My mother is using penlac nail laquer by prescription only. The insert says it will take 6 months to START working. Sp I seriously doubt a over the counter drug would work that fast.
I have nail fungus, and it is possible to have it go away after time. But athlete's foot medications nor tea tree oil nor vinegar nor a topical liquid will cure it. It will require a visit to a doctor - dematologist most likely.
A doctor once told me that iodine is the only thing that will go through the nail to the infection underneath. If you use it too often though (4-5 times in a day) it can burn the tissues and stay sore. You can get stainless iodine now, so it won't be noticeable. You could also use lamisil foot powder, which is a fungicide.
Toe nail infection with fungus is one of the most common problems in dermatology. Symptoms usually include a yellow nail with scaling, itching and redness of surrounding skin. It can affect anyone, but is more common in older people and those with diabetes or on certain medications.
There are prescription medications available that are quite effective for treatment. These drugs, however, carry a risk for liver damage. Therefore, they are best saved for the more severe cases.
Elon Dual Defense Antifungal formula is the strongest topical treatment for toe nail fungus. It is applied directly to the nail and surrounding skin. The infection is treated, the skin is soothed and subsequent infections may be prevented.
Onychomycosis, or nail fungus, is on the rise. It accounts for more than half of all nail disorders. One U.S. study concluded that it affects more than 18 percent of the population. For people who frequently go barefoot or are planning a beach vacation, the cosmetic aspects of toenail fungus are a primary concern. But the condition can also have serious consequences for people who have diabetes or a compromised immune system.
';Onychomycosis is neither trivial nor untreatable, as was once thought,'; says Georgeanne Botek, DPM, of the Cleveland Clinic Department of Orthopedic Surgery.
Toenail fungus is not pretty. The most common form, trichophyton rubrum, begins at the far end of the toenail, and grows inward. It can cause the nail to swell, turn yellow, white or even black. It can present as streaks, spots down the sides of the nail, or across and throughout the entire nail. The nail can grow fragile, chalky or crumbly鈥攊n some cases crumbling away altogether.
Fingernails get fungus too. Toenail infections, however, are more difficult to treat because the toenail grows more slowly. A nail fungus often spreads to other digits, and sometimes spreads to other sites (groin, skin, and scalp). Nail fungus can even be spread from person to person鈥攆or instance, family members. If you notice an infected nail, doctors warn against picking at it or even trimming it, both of which can cause the fungus to spread.
Modern shoe is breeding ground. Toenail fungus is not the product of poor personal hygiene. The microscopic fungus usually gains entry through some small trauma to the nail, and flourishes in the hot, damp environment of the modern shoe. Some minimum prevention can be accomplished by keeping the inside of your shoe dry, changing your socks and shoes frequently and using an absorbent or antifungal powder.
there are a number of reasons why toenail fungus is more common today than it has been in the past. ';The aging of the population may account for part of it,'; she says. ';It affects 32 percent of the people between the ages of 60 and 70, and nearly half of all people by age 70.';
Other reasons may be the greater use of medications that suppress the immune system, deficient immunity caused by HIV infection, increasing exposure to pathogens in spas and public swimming pools, the use of tight-fitting shoes for fashion, and athletic activities such as long-distance running.
Nail fungus has serious consequences. ';Onychomycosis impairs quality of life,'; says Dr. Botek. ';In several studies, patients with this condition reported significantly poorer general health, mental health, social functioning, and body pain than did people without this nail infection. Some developed a fear of social situations that exposed an infected fingernail or toenail.';
Patients who have diabetes or have deficient immune systems are at the highest risk of complications from onychomycosis. A fungal nail infection that arises in a person with diabetes, particularly someone with impaired nerve function in the foot, can increase the risk of death. Fungal nail infections can also create fissures that lead to bacterial infections.
Treatments clip fungus problems. Toenail fungus can be improved or eradicated with appropriate treatment. Newer oral antifungal drugs like terbinafine (Lamisil) and itraconazole (Sporanox) are highly effective and have few adverse effects, although care in prescribing is needed because of potential drug interactions.
';The oral antifungals are now the gold standard for treating and eradicating this condition,'; says Dr. Botek. ';They have revolutionized our approach to this problem.';
Topical antifungal agents are most effective when used to treat milder cases. These ointments are available in over-the-counter and prescription form, and may need to be applied daily for almost a year.
Conservative treatment for fungal infections in the nails may include periodic removal of the damaged portion of the nail and thinning out of the thickened nails to prevent pain to the patient. An infected toenail can also be permanently removed.
';The foot is the perfect incubator for fungal infection,'; ';and it is important that people take steps to prevent athlete鈥檚 foot and excessive sweating. It is also a good idea to pay attention to nail care and hygiene, and proper daily use of topical antifungals and powders.';
Disgusting... try washing your feet on a daily basis. If I ever got any form of fungus on my feet, I would chop them off. But that will not happen because I practice good hygene...
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