Toenail fungus (onychomycosis) is an infectious disease caused by mycotic microorganisms.
In the absence of timely treatment, the disease progresses and is accompanied by symptoms such as deformation and discoloration of the nail plate (up to complete loss of the nail), pain and itching.
It is therefore essential to start therapy early, using all available means and techniques. Otherwise, the patient may need surgical help if he is in a serious phase.
The main causes of fungal infection in the legs
Mechanical Injuries
Chemicals exposure
Wearing tight shoes
Flatfoot and other foot deformations
Foot hyperhidrosis.
Violation of personal hygiene rules.
Related diseases.
Prolonged use of antibacterial drugs
Work in dusty rooms with high humidity.
Age-related changes
Weakening the immune system.
Climatic features (noted: the cooler the climate, the higher the risk of disease).
If infection is suspected, you should see a dermatologist as soon as possible.
Surgical treatment methods
Hardware pedicure - the doctor removes the upper affected layer with special nozzles. The procedure is quick and painless, but there is a risk of allergic reaction.
Removal of the nail by laser is one of the most effective methods of treatment (laser eliminates fungi without damaging healthy tissues). The duration of the procedure is a few minutes.
Chemical method - nail removal is carried out with the help of keratolytic drugs (Nailwormicin, Nailstick). In general, the procedure looks as follows: nails evaporated in a soapy-soda solution and apply the drug, then glued with a plaster. After 4 days, the nail plate is removed with manicure scissors. The procedure is painless, but requires several sessions.
Surgical method - is a complete removal of the nail plate. The procedure is painful and conducted under local anesthesia. The operation is shown at the last stage, when the nail is almost hatched.
The fungus of the nail can infect almost anyone (if safety measures are not taken), especially with reduced immunity and related diseases. Therefore, at the first symptoms of onychomycosis it is necessary to visit a doctor as soon as possible. After all, you can get rid of the fungus at an early stage much easier and faster.
It is important to remember that self-treatment can only exacerbate the situation, because to select an effective drug will need to establish a type of fungus. But if you seek medical help in time, you can count on a successful outcome, bypassing the painful procedures, which can not do without in the last stage of the disease.
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