Using the right toenail and nail fungus treatment is very important. The sooner you begin treatment the better. If left untreated, nail fungus can become very painful and unsightly. Unfortunately many people ignore nail fungus until the symptoms worsen.
It is estimated that three to five percent of the population suffer from nail fungus. Most often, nail fungus appears in the toenails. This is because socks and shoes keep the toenails dark, warm, and moist. This is a perfect place for the fungus to grow.
Before discussing finger and toe nail fungus treatment, we will go over what nail fungus is, and how to prevent it.
What Is Nail Fungus
Nail fungus (also called onychomycosis) is made up of very small organisms that can infect fingernails and toenails. These organisms are called dermatophytes. Fungi are parasitic plant organisms, such as molds and mildew. These parasitic organisms lack chlorophyll and therefore do not require sunlight for growth. Nail fungus is very common. More than 35 million people in the US have it under their nails.
Once the nail fungus moves in under the nail, it is difficult to reach and stop. The nail provides a safe place for the fungus and protects it while it grows. This is why basic prevention is so important.
Nail fungus can sometimes spread from one person to another. These organisms can live where the air is often moist and people’s feet are bare. Common places that fungus can spread include: shower stalls, bathrooms, or locker rooms. It can also be passed along when you share a nail file or clippers with someone who has a nail fungus infection. Nail fungus may also spread from one of your nails to others.
The best toenail and nail fungus treatment is prevention.
Nail Fungus Prevention
There is a very effective finger and toe nail fungus treatment. However by following common sense precautions, including proper hygiene and regular inspection of the feet and toes, the chances of the problem occurring can be sharply reduced, or halted.
Tips to avoid nail fungus:
- Wash your feet regularly with soap and water.
- Remember to dry your feet thoroughly after washing.
- Properly fitted shoes are essential; an astonishing number of people wear shoes that don’t fit right, and cause serious foot problems. A shoe with a firm sole and soft upper is best for daily activities.
- Shower shoes should be worn when possible, in public areas.
- Shoes, socks, or hosiery should be changed daily.
- Toenails should be clipped straight across so that the nail does not extend beyond the tip of the toe.
- Use a quality foot powder — talcum, not cornstarch — in conjunction with shoes that fit well and are made of materials that breathe.
- Avoid wearing excessively tight hosiery, which promotes moisture.
- Wear socks made of synthetic fiber, which tend to “wick” away moisture faster than cotton or wool socks, especially for sports activity.
- Disinfect home pedicure tools and don’t apply polish to nails suspected of infection. Signs of an infection include toes that are red, discolored, or swollen.
With proper prevention, your chances of getting a nail fungus are greatly reduced. If you do develop a fungus, you must start treatment before the condition worsens. We will now go over toenail and nail fungus treatment.
Nail Fungus Treatment
One of the biggest mistakes we see in finger and toe nail fungus treatment is trying a home remedy. Many patients spend months trying treatments like vinegar, bleach, rubbing alcohol, vicks, colloidal silver and even listerine. Unfortunately except in rare cases, these home remedies don’t work. Some of these home remedies are also very dangerous. And while you are wasting time trying them, your fungus can actually worsen.
Many patients have asked if prescription medications are safe. The two most popular prescription medications are Sporanox capsules and Lamisil tablets. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a public health advisory in May 2001 concerning Sporanox (itraconazole) capsules and Lamisil (terbinafine hydrochloride) tablets for the treatment of nail fungus. The FDA concluded that there is strong evidence of congestive heart failure and hepatic adverse events with the administration of these therapies. Hepatic toxicity includes liver failure and death. Given the possible risks associated with both drugs, you need to look at better and safer alternatives.
We will now go over the best finger and toe nail fungus remedy.
Safe Toenail And Nail Fungus Treatment
There is a safe toenail and nail fungus treatment that is extremely effective. It involves using certain key natural ingredients. These natural ingredients work extremely well, and have no dangerous side effects.
There are many fungus treatments available that contain one or two of the key necessary ingredients needed to successfully eliminate nail fungus. There is only one treatment available that contains them all. That treatment is Zetaclear. Some of the key ingredients in Zetaclear include Tea tree oil, Jojoba oil, Lavender oil and Clove oil, all of which have well-known anti-fungal and soothing properties.
You can follow this link to Zetaclear to learn more, and see how it can help you.
We have seen even the worst cases of nail fungus eliminated. You just need to start your toenail and nail fungus treatment immediately, and use the right safe natural treatment.
If you have any questions about toenail and nail fungus treatment, or any toe nail fungus remedy, please contact us.
Remember when it comes to toenail and nail fungus treatment, the sooner you start using the right natural ingredients, the sooner the finger or toe nail fungus treatment will work.
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