A common mistake is an irresponsible attitude towards nail fungus. Many people consider this disease only a cosmetic defect and do not pay attention to its treatment. Meanwhile, this pathogenic microorganism represents a danger to the entire body. It releases toxic substances that penetrate the bloodstream to all organs and systems and can cause a lot of damage. Not all patients go to a specialist when a fungus is detected, believing that the disease can be treated at home with folk remedies. Practice shows that with such methods it is impossible to completely get rid of the fungus.
Traditional methods of fighting fungus, their effectiveness.
In the popular collection there are many recipes for treating nail fungus. The most popular:
- treatment of nail plates with hydrogen peroxide, iodine;
- hot baths with apple cider vinegar or wine;
- rub nails with celandine juice, garlic.
These methods have some effectiveness. The disinfectant properties of tincture of iodine and hydrogen peroxide make it possible to destroy microorganisms. The fungus dies in an acidic environment under the influence of the components of celandine juice and garlic. But unfortunately, it is impossible to eliminate all pathogens with these methods. The fungus spreads deep into the nail plates, skin and cuticles. Treatment, cleansing and baths allow it to act only on the upper tissues. Microorganisms located in the deep layers remain and multiply rapidly, and the disease continues to spread.
These methods have one more disadvantage. Its use allows the activity of the fungus to be suppressed, the serious symptoms disappear and the patient stops the treatment, believing that he has overcome the disease. However, a decrease in immunity due to illness, stress or other reasons gives the fungus the opportunity to actively multiply and increase the area of the affected areas.
Treatment with pharmacological drugs.
Pharmacies offer a large number of different drugs intended for the treatment of fungus. You can go and buy products that get a lot of hype and promise instant recovery. The drug category includes:
- antifungal tablets;
- antifungal ointments;
- special varnishes
All of these products include active components that destroy pathogenic microorganisms. But it must be taken into account that there are several dozen types of microorganisms. It is impossible to determine the pathogen on your own. It is important to choose the optimal course of treatment to prevent relapse. In addition, the fungus has a negative effect on the entire body; For complete recovery, immunomodulators and vitamin-mineral complexes may be required. We must not forget about the toxic properties of antifungal drugs. Incorrect choice and use can cause serious problems. Therefore, only contacting a dermatologist can guarantee a complete recovery.
Effective ways to get rid of fungus.
Modern medicine has effective methods to combat this disease. After diagnosis, determining the type of pathogen and the degree of spread, the dermatologist prescribes comprehensive treatment. Select the optimal medications, course and dosage. This guarantees complete relief of the pathology.
The newest treatment method is photodynamic PAST therapy. This is a painless procedure in which a gel containing components that form active oxygen under the influence of light waves created by the emitter is applied to the nail plates, cuticles and skin. The advantage of this treatment is safety. There is no negative impact on the body. In this case, the fungus is completely destroyed. The number of sessions is determined by the doctor after diagnosis.
Modern and effective treatment of nail fungus is carried out in a specialized podiatry center. This institution employs experienced and highly qualified dermatologists and has the latest equipment for innovative RAST therapy.