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Folk remedies for nail fungus

Onychomycosis is a common infectious nail disease, which manifests itself not only as aesthetic defects, but can also cause many discomforts: itching, peeling of the skin, inflammation of the periungual cavities. The infection can be cured with the help of medications, but the available methods and folk remedies for toenail or fingernail fungus will cope with the task no worse.

What is nail fungus

Onychomycosis appears as a result of the entry of dermatophyte fungi into the nail plate and active multiplication. Characteristic symptoms of the infection are the appearance of diaper rash between the toes, swelling of the epidermis, cracking of the skin, peeling and unpleasant odor.The appearance of the nail first acquires a yellowish or brownish tint, and over time the nail plate completely changes shape.The disease is dangerous because it is easily transmitted through common objects from a sick person to a healthy person.

What determines the effectiveness of fungal treatment?

Pharmaceutical products help get rid of the fungus, but often official medicine recommends including folk recipes for nail fungus in the treatment regimen. To completely eliminate this problem, it is necessary to follow the main rule: taking drugs and folk remedies must be carried out without skipping, otherwise all efforts will be in vain.

Removing fungus from nails using folk remedies is not a matter of one day. Sometimes it takes weeks or even months to completely eliminate the bacteria. It is worth noting that unilateral therapy will be effective only in case of primary infection, when the disease is in acute form. Chronic onychomycosis is best treated comprehensively: by combining antibacterial compresses with antifungal creams and folk recipes.

Treatment of nail fungus with folk remedies

There is no quick way to cure onychomycosis. However, with due diligence, you can achieve not only good results, but also completely eliminate the infection. Folk remedies for the treatment of nail fungus can be combined with medications or used independently. Among popular recipes, the most effective in the fight for beautiful nails are those that include the following components:

birch tar against nail fungus
  • iodine;
  • essential oils;
  • tea tree oil;
  • bee products;
  • apple cider vinegar;
  • celandine;
  • garlic;
  • birch tar;
  • Kombucha

Iodine

An alcoholic solution of iodine is an excellent remedy, a strong antiseptic with fungicidal properties. The drug is suitable for the treatment of acute forms of fungal infection. Try these folk remedies for nail fungus using iodine:

  • Recipe no. 1. For the first two weeks, treat your nails with fucorcin solution twice a day. Then the nail plate is lubricated with iodine for two weeks. Apply iodine with a cotton ball, lightly touching the skin. To completely cure the fungus and remove the residual symptoms of the disease, 9% vinegar lotions are applied to the nail plate for another 2 weeks. The general course of therapy is 6 weeks.
  • Recipe no. 2. Add 15-20 drops of iodine to a bowl of warm water. Cook the skin of the feet well, then cut off the softened pieces of the nail with tweezers. Apply hydrogen peroxide to the skin and cover the affected area with an antiseptic bandage.
  • Recipe no. 3. Apply 1 drop of an alcoholic iodine solution to the affected nail twice a day for 1-2 months. To prevent the spread of fungi, it is recommended to treat healthy nails with iodine tincture, but at a dose of 1 drop every two days.

Propolis

Bee products have long been famous for their bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and healing properties. People's reviews say that it is best to use propolis to treat mycosis. Perfectly relieves itching and inflammation, activates the growth of a healthy nail plate. For fungal symptoms, try the following recipe:

  1. Buy 20% alcoholic propolis tincture in the pharmacy.
  2. Dip a cotton ball into the solution and apply it to the straightener.
  3. Place a dry cotton ball on top and secure with a bandage or plaster.
  4. After a day, remove the compress and remove the softened layer with a nail file.
  5. The affected areas of the feet or hands are treated with a mixture of propolis until complete recovery.

Therapeutic baths

The purpose of these procedures is to soften the plaque as much as possible, and then carefully remove the affected layer with tweezers or a pair of scissors. Traditional medicine recommends taking warm baths at least 2-3 times a week. To prepare the solution you can use soda, sea or table salt, as well as herbal decoctions of chamomile, calendula or oak bark. Try preparing this folk remedy against nail fungus:

  1. Prepare a bowl with five liters of hot water.
  2. Add 4 teaspoons of coarse soda or salt to the water.
  3. Pour into a glass of any antiseptic herbal decoction, you can add a few tablespoons of vinegar essence.
  4. Steam your feet or hands in the bowl for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Then dry your feet thoroughly and trim the affected area.
salt baths against fungi

Vinegar baths

Everyone knows that fungal infections die in an acidic environment, which is why vinegar is very popular in the treatment of onychomycosis. The easiest way to get rid of an affected nail is to make a vinegar bandage and put socks of natural fabric on your feet. For those with a little more time, traditional healers recommend trying a vinegar bath:

  1. Pour 250 ml of apple or table vinegar into a bowl of water.
  2. Dip your feet in the solution and steam for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Dry your feet without rinsing.
  4. Apply the antifungal ointment prescribed by your doctor.
  5. Repeat the procedure every 2 days until complete recovery.

Celandine

Traditional methods of treating nail fungus often include recipes with celandine. This plant is able to cope with infections even at an advanced stage. Celandine has pronounced bactericidal, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. To eliminate the symptoms of the fungus, you can prepare healing baths with celandine juice, prepare an ointment, alcohol tincture or oil.

Juice

During the flowering season of celandine, cut the plant stems at least 10 centimeters away from the road, then follow the instructions:

  1. Pass the plant through the meat grinder.
  2. Squeeze the juice from the pulp.
  3. Repeat the procedure until you have collected approximately 200 ml of liquid.
  4. Combine celandine juice with 70% alcohol.
  5. Let it rest for at least 24 hours.
  6. Lubricate the affected area with the prepared tincture.
  7. It is better to carry out the procedure after steaming.
  8. The course of treatment is 1 month.

Oil

Celandine oil is rightly considered an effective antifungal agent.It is best to apply it topically in the form of a compress on steamed feet or hands.To prepare celandine oil, you need to use the following recipe:

  1. Dry the plant stems and work them with your hands.
  2. Place the raw materials in a glass jar and pour any oil so that it rises 2-3 centimeters above the herb.
  3. Let the mixture sit for about an hour at room temperature, then place it in a cool, dark place for a week.
  4. After a while, add the same amount of oil to the jar as the first time.
  5. The mixture is applied to the affected areas of the nails for 3-4 weeks.
celandine oil against fungi

Garlic juice

Onions and garlic are two root vegetables that save you from many infectious diseases. Traditional craftsmen believe that garlic juice can help eliminate fungus if you prepare it in the following way:

  1. Pass the head of garlic through a press.
  2. Squeeze the juice from the pulp through cheesecloth.
  3. Mix the juice with water and pure medical alcohol in a 1-1-1 ratio.
  4. The resulting solution is used to clean the affected nails twice a day until complete healing.

Kombucha

From this plant and sugar syrup, folk healers prepare a sweet and sour drink that can fight many problems. You can use kombucha to treat nails like this:

  1. Remove the foil from a stick of kombucha.
  2. Grind the ingredient until you obtain a paste-like consistency.
  3. Pre-steam your feet. Rub the fresh mixture on the areas affected by the fungus 3-4 times a day.
  4. It is recommended to carry out home treatments for 4-6 weeks.

Birch tar

Traditional methods for treating nail fungus often include the use of pure birch tar. It has an excellent antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effect and softens keratinized plaque well. Try this homemade recipe:

  1. Apply natural birch tar to feet previously treated with tar soap, massaging lightly into the skin of the foot.
  2. For an hour and a half, try not to move, do not wear shoes.
  3. When most of it is absorbed, wear thick socks.
  4. After 2-3 days, wash the remaining mixture with soap and water.
  5. Repeat the procedure until the fungus disappears completely.

Hydrogen peroxide

This remedy is best used as an addition to official treatment methods. Hydrogen peroxide has disinfectant properties, softens the nail and helps drugs easily penetrate the site of inflammation. You can use the drug like this:

  1. Prepare a cotton compress. Before treating your feet with antifungal medications, steam them in a salt bath.
  2. Then apply a cotton ball soaked in peroxide solution to the affected area.
  3. Leave for 2-3 hours, then cut the affected areas of the nail with scissors and lubricate the clean plaque with bactericidal ointment.
  4. It is better to repeat the procedure 2-3 times a day for 2-3 weeks.
hydrogen peroxide against nail fungus

Sea and table salt

For auxiliary therapy, products based on two types of salt can be prepared: sea and table. The former helps soften the nail and the latter acts as an antiseptic. Here are some recipes:

  1. Dissolve 1 tablespoon of baking soda and the same amount of salt in cold water. Soak your nails in the solution for 10 minutes. Then rinse with warm water, dry and apply an antifungal medication.
  2. Prepare a concentrated solution with a glass of water and a tablespoon of salt. Moisten a cotton pad and apply it to the nail for a couple of minutes. Then wash the affected area with water and baking soda. The course of treatment procedures is 10 days.

Prevention of nail fungus

It is not difficult to treat nail fungus with traditional methods, but it is better to prevent its appearance altogether. To avoid fungal infections, doctors recommend following simple preventive measures:

  1. If your palms or feet sweat, use an antibacterial spray or regularly clean your hands and feet with chlorhexidine solution. To consolidate the effect, it should also be used to treat shoes, socks and gloves.
  2. Wear only comfortable shoes, avoid tight shoes and sneakers.
  3. Never use other people's personal items or hygiene products.
  4. Always wear shoes on the beach, at the beach club or in the pool.
  5. Avoid manicures in beauty salons of dubious reputation and do not apply varnishes or other cosmetics to damaged nails.