Toe nail fungus remedies
Toe nail fungus is a common problem but can get serious if neglected in the initial phase. Here are some simple remedies that can cure nail fungus completely if treated in the mild stage. Even if the condition is severe, these remedies will support the medication and can be used after consulting the physician to quicken the healing process.
It is important to take some precautions while using any remedies because they will only heal if there is no further damage. The affected nails should be kept clean and dry at all times. It might require you to wear airy footwear or cotton socks in order to prevent sweating near the nails. You can also use talcum powder for keeping them dry. Cover the affected area with plastic while bathing to protect the nail from moisture.
Other than moisture, fungi need darkness to grow. So make sure that the nail is exposed to direct sunlight as soon as possible. Do not apply nail polish to cover the dirty looking nail, rather let it face the sunlight and heal.
Here are some simple remedies for nail fungus that you can easily implement at home. Firstly, there are some solutions that you can prepare at home like vinegar with water or apple cider vinegar with equal amount of hydrogen peroxide. Soaking the affected hands or feet in this solution for 45 minutes helps in making the mails softer and cleaner in a week.
Other options include soaking in Clorox bleach solution for one minute every day. Soaking in Listerine mouthwash is also found beneficial as it also prevents the infection from growing further.
Soaking the affected nails in any of the above solutions makes the nails softer. While the nail is still soft, file it a little to remove the debris. After cleaning the nails twice a day, you can apply from a choice of tropical creams, vapour rub or vitamin E oil. Gently massage the cream or oil on the nails and leave it for some time.
If you visit a doctor for consultation, he might recommend you some oral pills like Leucatin and Lamisil that are also available to cure nail fungus.
