Nail fungus
How to treat nail fungus?
Treatment may begin with the removal of the infected nail as far as possible by your physician. This can be done as follows:
• Cutting the nail with scissors
• Rasping
• Melt with a cream containing urea
If the nail fungus is resistant to treatment in very severe cases, it may be necessary to remove the entire nail surgically.
How does the nail look after treatment?
Many individuals can be treated with oral antifungal drugs for several months. However, even after the fungus has died, the nail may not return to its normal appearance.
Some individuals may relapse even after successful treatment with oral antifungal medication.
Nail fungus; is a fungal infection of the hand or toenails. Thickening of hands or toenails causes discoloration and discoloration.
Several types of fungi can be caused by nail fungus. Fungus develops in a damp and airless environment inside the shoes. Toenail fungus can prepare the appropriate environment for nail fungus.
What are the symptoms of nail fungus?
Nail color turns yellow or brown. The nail thickens and grows excessively. Whoever smells badly under the nails. As the infection progresses, the nail may become crumbly and spilled, or it may become thick enough to cause discomfort or pain in the shoe.
How is nail fungus diagnosed?
Your dermatologist can make a diagnosis by looking at the appearance of your hand and toenails. Sometimes small samples can be taken from your nails. These samples are sent to the laboratory for testing and the diagnosis is definitive.
What are the factors that can increase your risk of nail fungus?
• Professions whose feet remain moist for a long time (soldiers, athletes, miners, etc.)
• A history of illness (diabetes, circulatory disorder, HIV) that may reduce your resistance to infection or prevent blood flow to your toes.
• Nail injury, trauma
• Wearing narrow and pointed shoes that pinch the fingers,
• Use of common areas such as changing rooms, swimming pool and shower
• Wearing the same shoes in a row
• Manicure and pedicure in non-hygienic environment with non-sterilized instruments
• Pressing the soil with bare feet
• Humid environment caused by excessive sweating of feet
• Poor foot hygiene
What is the expected duration of nail fungal disease?
Nail cork rarely heals itself. It is usually a chronic (long-lasting) condition. It may worsen and affect other nails. Although the affected nail falls, the new nail may be infected with fungus.
How is nail fungus protected?
To protect from nail fungus:
• Wear comfortable shoes and socks that allow your feet to breathe.
• No shoes, sandals or slippers belonging to others should be worn in common shower and dressing rooms.
• Wash your feet every day. Dry thoroughly and use a quality foot powder.
• Wear clean socks every day.
• Keep your nails short.
• Disinfect pedicure instruments before use.
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