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Few people know that using vinegar can solve very complex medical problem eliminating nail fungus. Due to the availability of vinegar (9% acid solution), and even acetic essence (70% acid solution), which can be bought at a hardware store or market, there are many ways to treat foot fungus with the help of this product.
Of course, self-treatment with vinegar should be done only if the disease is not moved into running shape, and it is desirable to combine it with specially designed drugs. However, when there is an urgent need in the treatment of nail fungus, and time and money for doctor's visits, and medication, you can use vinegar alone, the main thing – to adhere to the relevant safety regulations.
The main effect of using vinegar is the establishment of the fungus infection an acidic environment that prevents the growth of hyphae and spores being spread. Gradually, the fungus left without access to new sources of nutrients, die, and the absence of much more hardy spores prevents the possibility of recurrence of the disease.
At first glance, everything is very simple – to destroy bacteria antiseptic. But in fact, the fungus is very tenacious, as his body is not on the surface of the nail or skin, and goes into the body tissues. In this regard, a positive result from treatment of cancer-mycosis should be expected only in the case of the strict regularity of the procedures, which will not leave the parasite time to rehabilitation and penetrate the skin.
Before carrying out the treatment of nail fungus, make sure that you match the concentration of acetic acid used and the specified in the recipe. If the recipe contains mention of vinegar, it refers to the 70 % solution that must be dissolved or apply point. Food or vinegar, respectively, and contain 6 or 9 % acid. Neglect of these data can lead to the fact that the treatment will end up with chemical burns.
Except this time, there are no special contraindications to the treatment with vinegar there. Very rare individual intolerance, but vinegar is such a common substance, usually patients know about this particular organism. The burning sensation may occur during the first procedures, but this is normal and eventually passes. The rest of the vinegar, in compliance with safety regulations poses no threat to health.
Warm foot baths are considered effective against mildew, regular use allows to get rid of onychomycosis at an early stage without additional medicines. Also vinegar baths are an excellent prevention of fungal infection. For the procedure required warm, about 50 degrees, water and a glass of table vinegar 9% concentration. The water level in the basin should not be high, but only up to the ankles. Feet dipped in the solution and kept there for 15 minutes.
Before the vinegar bath, it is desirable to conduct a full pedicure, including the removal of affected areas of the nail plate, the dead layers of the skin, calluses and corns on the feet, but without applying a decorative coating to the nails. If you cut and file your nails yourself, you need to do it very carefully so as microdamages of the skin can facilitate the spread of fungal infection.
Immediately after the acetic bath foot wipe off with a towel and wear cotton socks. Repeat three times a week.
Lotions on the areas affected by the fungus is best done after the bath with vinegar. For this suitable pharmaceutical funds and net 9% vinegar, which moisten a cotton pad and apply to the nail for fifteen minutes.
More complex recipe: blend vodka or medical alcohol, glycerine and acetic acid, 70% in equal proportions, mix until smooth. A cotton swab moistened with a solution, keep fifteen minutes on the affected area, and then put on socks made of cotton material. The course of treatment – a week, if necessary, can be repeated in a few days.
Ointment on the basis of the vinegar stored for a long time and they are easier to apply than a liquid consistency. To prepare the acetate ointment, you must take acetic acid 70%, glycerin and olive oil in the ratio of 2:1:1:1, respectively. After thorough mixing of all ingredients the ointment is ready for use.
To prevent the spread of fungal infection and kill pathogens need to daily apply the ointment on the affected areas with a cotton swab, stand 8-10 hours, then rinse with soap. Use this recipe not only for the treatment of cancer-mycosis of the toenails, but also on the affected nails of hands.
Preventive measures against the fungus are in compliance with the rules of hygiene, especially in public areas – sauna, swimming pool, bowling club. Choose comfortable shoes and socks made of natural materials, because poor circulation in the feet combined with high humidity create conditions for the development of onychomycosis. Gymnastic exercises, physical exercises and Jogging improve blood circulation and strengthen immune defenses, making the body immune to fungal and other infections.
Tea tree oil – effective against bacteria, which act directly on the cause of the disease is the fungus-the dermatophytes. Essential tea tree oil contains alpha-phellandrene, limonene, cineol, and other substances, which ensures its antiseptic properties and anti-inflammatory effect.
Before using essential oils it is necessary to conduct an Allergy test is to put a little money on the skin of the wrist, if within 12 hours without any irritation, redness, rashes and other reactions, the tool can be used for medicinal purposes. Otherwise, it should be diluted to a safe concentration or even abandon this method.
Ways to use tea tree oil:
Internal and external use of hydrogen peroxide for the treatment of infectious and other diseases described the doctor in this area in a book written based on personal experience. He mentions hydrogen peroxide as a prophylactic agent with antibacterial properties.
External application of hydrogen peroxide for the treatment of fungal infection is done after steaming feet in warm water with dissolved baking soda at the rate of one teaspoon per gallon. When the nail plate becomes soft, take a small piece of the affected area of the nail with a nail forceps and soaked in 3% peroxide, apply to the nail plate. Leave for 10-15 minutes for the nails of the hands or from 40 minutes to an hour on my feet. Carry out the procedure twice a day until symptoms of fungal infection.
To minimize evaporation of the peroxide and increase the intensity of the impact, the nail plate with lotion wrapped in plastic wrap. After exposure time, thoroughly rinse the toes and hands under running water.
In medical purposes it is recommended that the backfilling of the cavity of the nail with hydrogen peroxide three times a day.
Good results are baths for hands and feet (depending on the localization of onychomycosis) with hydrogen peroxide. Dilute 3% hydrogen peroxide in water temperature 40-50 degrees at the rate of two tablespoons per liter of water. Procedure time to fifteen minutes, regular meeting – twice a day for weeks.
This extreme method of treatment of a fungal infection is applied in case of lesion of the nail plate, use it with caution, so as not to damage the skin.
To get rid of the fungus, the nail is treated with a rust Converter (it can be purchased at auto parts store). This product contains phosphoric acid, which effectively kills the fungus, but careless use can damage the skin tissue. Therefore, in the process of its application is necessary to comply with safety regulations – work in a well ventilated area, use protective glasses and rubber gloves, avoiding contact with the skin and mucous membranes.
! A more secure method is to use kerosene, which also has high penetrating ability and a very large effect on the fungus.
A comprehensive treatment of fungus toenails with the use of folk recipes based on hydrogen peroxide can kill the fungus and get rid of the odor and other related symptoms.
Two effective folk remedies against fungal infection:
