Fungal damage to nails, or onychomycosis differs from the leather injury of the feet and interdigital spaces in which the fungus is very difficult to "obtain."In the event that it is on the skin (dermatomycosis), then Special ointments and creams penetrate the epidermis, and have its fungicidal effect.
The fungus is found in the thickness of the nail plate or, in general, under the nail.If it were outside, it could simply be dragged, cleaned or shaken, and the parasite would have no possibility.But this is not so.
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What is better from the nail fungus on the legs: ointments, creams or liquids and varnishes?Those who think there are the best fungus ointments on the nails of the legs are wrong.They create ointments, creams and gels, such as soft dosage shapes, specifically to apply them on the skin, and almost do not penetrate the nail.
However, ointments can and should be used in the treatment of onychomycosis, but to lubricate the skin around the nail plate, as well as in interdigital spaces.
But they are not the main participants in the fight for a healthy, but auxiliary nail.Much more important are special liquids and nail polish, which must be applied according to a special scheme.Today, this is the best way to treat the fungus of the nails on the legs and arms.
Before applying the varnish, preparation is required: The nail plate should be treated with a special sandpaper paper, for a better introduction of fluids and varnishes in the nail.As a general rule, varnish and liquid treatment lasts more than a month.In the event that the thumbn nail is significantly affected, sometimes it is required for a year to complain a healthy nail plate.
About tablets
Not all onylomycosis tablets.However, if the patient's fungus progresses, capturing all the new nails, then he cannot do it without taking oral drugs.
Do not buy ancient and cheap products that mycosis were treated in the last century.Despite its low cost, its effectiveness is completely consistent with its price.
It is important to remember that only a doctor should prescribe tablets.The point is that the duration of the treatment course is determined by the depth and spread of onychomycosis, and only a dermatologist can determine this.
In addition, capsules and tablets are prescribed to those patients who have weakened immune defense.Such groups of patients include patients with immunodeficiency, blood diseases, diabetes mellitus, chronic alcoholism, and, often, many colds and viral diseases, patients with autoimmune disorders, HIV infection and chronic viral hepatitis.
The tablets, which create the necessary concentration in the blood, affect the fungus "from the inside", while varnishes and liquids destroy it outside.
About prevention
Now you know how it is better to cure the fungus of your nails on your legs.But without relapse prevention and reinfection, all treatment can be wasted.Very often, the mycelium and the fungus spores are preserved inside the winter shoes, which were not treated properly.After the course of treatment, it is worth a little than to be as such shoes, and the refection can occur.
Therefore, together with the treatment, you must observe a complex of preventive measures: treat shoes with a special antifungal spray, sprinkle it inside and tie the shoes in a plastic bag for several hours.Templates and socks should be washed often and iron with an iron with the steam function.
It can also unravel shoes and often put it in the sun, or include special ultraviolet dryers within it, which are highly effective in the fight against various types of fungi.
Also the important components of prevention are:
- the use of only your towels;
- regular processing of individual shoes;
- The cessation of visits to sports halls, fitness clubs, bathrooms, swimming pools and other common areas, where not only can "collect" a new type of fungus, but also become a source of infection of others.
Just observing all the activities described above, You can expect a satisfactory result of treatment.And then you can forget the fungi forever.