the toe nail infection probably started in 2004 which I have not given importance. now i am 52years old , and the infection has started to cover the whole nail bed area wherein I fear I have togo for amputation/alleviation of the toe.Treatment for toe nail infection which is probably by some fungus attack to the nailbed. medication requested.?
Please check the blood sugar fasting %26amp; post lunch.It must be class 2
diabetic for a long time.
Consult a diabetologist.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
What's good treatment for fungal nail infection?
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Fungal infection of nail require long term treatment. 2 months for finger ail and 3 moths for toe nail. Therefore, making the correct diagnosis is important. Fungal culture of infected ail clipping is to be done. Oral medications like Terbiafine and Itraconozole are effective.
Fungal infection of nail require long term treatment. 2 months for finger ail and 3 moths for toe nail. Therefore, making the correct diagnosis is important. Fungal culture of infected ail clipping is to be done. Oral medications like Terbiafine and Itraconozole are effective.
What is the best way to get rid of fungial nail infection?
Hello gazcaz,
Regarding nail infections, don't underestimate the problem! One must realise that nail diseases are in a separate category from diseases of the skin:
';And nail conditions that show signs of infection or inflammation require medical assistance and cannot be treated at a beauty parlor.';
You can read further at:
NAIL INFECTIONS:
http://www.handresearch.com/finger-nails鈥?/a>
NAIL FUNGUS:
http://www.handresearch.com/finger-nails鈥?/a>
TOE NAIL FUNGUS:
http://www.handresearch.com/finger-nails鈥?/a>
Act carefully, and ... why not consult your general practitioner?
Best wishes!What is the best way to get rid of fungial nail infection?
The best way, ... antifungal medication.
Lamisil, sporonox, diflucan.What is the best way to get rid of fungial nail infection?
In spite of what anyone may tell you, or what any product label says, the only way to get rid of it is through a prescription anti-fungal medication. You will need to have your blood checked every 30 days to make sure the medication is not damaging your liver.
Some over-the-counter products imply on their packaging that they will cure nail fungus. Some even show before and after pictures. However, if you read the fine print, it states that it will not treat nail fungus. It's a bit of a lie - they imply that it works, then they state (in fine print) that it doesn't. Most of them are the same active ingredient that you'd find in jock-itch spray.
Go to the dermatologist and he/she will prescribe a medication that works.
Go to your doctor. There are over the counter remedy's but they don't work as well if its very severe. They can give you an oral medication that will get rid of it. If left untreated it could get worse and spread to other nails. Leave it to the pros get to the doctor and get it treated. Besides the cost of treating it yourself isn't cheap especially if you have to repeat it so might as well get it treated right the first time. Good Luck.
Buy some new one's they'r no good when they'r rusty !
Canesten cream for thrush dunno why it works but it's good
Regarding nail infections, don't underestimate the problem! One must realise that nail diseases are in a separate category from diseases of the skin:
';And nail conditions that show signs of infection or inflammation require medical assistance and cannot be treated at a beauty parlor.';
You can read further at:
NAIL INFECTIONS:
http://www.handresearch.com/finger-nails鈥?/a>
NAIL FUNGUS:
http://www.handresearch.com/finger-nails鈥?/a>
TOE NAIL FUNGUS:
http://www.handresearch.com/finger-nails鈥?/a>
Act carefully, and ... why not consult your general practitioner?
Best wishes!What is the best way to get rid of fungial nail infection?
The best way, ... antifungal medication.
Lamisil, sporonox, diflucan.What is the best way to get rid of fungial nail infection?
In spite of what anyone may tell you, or what any product label says, the only way to get rid of it is through a prescription anti-fungal medication. You will need to have your blood checked every 30 days to make sure the medication is not damaging your liver.
Some over-the-counter products imply on their packaging that they will cure nail fungus. Some even show before and after pictures. However, if you read the fine print, it states that it will not treat nail fungus. It's a bit of a lie - they imply that it works, then they state (in fine print) that it doesn't. Most of them are the same active ingredient that you'd find in jock-itch spray.
Go to the dermatologist and he/she will prescribe a medication that works.
Go to your doctor. There are over the counter remedy's but they don't work as well if its very severe. They can give you an oral medication that will get rid of it. If left untreated it could get worse and spread to other nails. Leave it to the pros get to the doctor and get it treated. Besides the cost of treating it yourself isn't cheap especially if you have to repeat it so might as well get it treated right the first time. Good Luck.
Buy some new one's they'r no good when they'r rusty !
Canesten cream for thrush dunno why it works but it's good
How can I get rid of persistent fungal toe nail infection?
Vicks vaporub put on the nails twice a day for 6 weeks. Amazing results! I know!!!How can I get rid of persistent fungal toe nail infection?
My new doctor just recommended VapoRub! I was surprised! I have tried Lamisil and Sporonox and having the toenails removed. Nothing worked. Now I am trying VapoRub. Glad to see it worked for someone else.
How can I get rid of persistent fungal toe nail infection?
long term oral antifungals...usually about 6 mos. topical meds don't work well.
Try using over the counter lamisil that should work.
HI Dottie...a couple of ways..all SLOW (luckily more of a true annoyance than anything life-threatening!)....
It's been said in many areas that Vick's VapoRub applied daily can do the trick (yep--believe it or not!), but the mainstream means is chronic oral anti-fungal therapies (many available, and not without side effects..check with YOUR doc!).
tea tree oil works for just about anything
my mom had that for awhile, she got some type of surgery, although she had to get the sugery twice, she is recovering from the last one, which was like 2 weeks ago, and her toe is fine now. go to a foot doctor, or any doctor for that matter.
I know for Athlete's Foot, Boric Acid can be used. My husband had AF, and he used the powder form of Boric Acid, put a bit of it in his work boots only twice, and it healed his feet right up. Athlete's foot is a fungus as well. (Same fungus as Ringworm) I wouldnt' be surprised if your toenail infection is the same fungus.
I'm not sure if Boric acid is available over the counter, but an insecticide called Roach Pruf is boric acid. You can get that in hardware stores. (Namely small old fashioned ones, not big box coffin stores)
Probably the only way to get rid off it is get a prescription for Lamisil (to be taken internally). This is not to be confused with the over the counter Lamisil cream that is a regular anti-fungus but will not work on toe nail fungus.
The standard is to take one pill (250 ml) once a day for 90 days straight. A german study showed very good results by taking Lamisil only for one week per month for a whole year.
The disadvantage of Lamisil is that it can affect your liver function. You need to take a blood test before taking it, and one after a month. The other disadvantage is that it is incredibly expensive. It costs now $800 for a full dosage (90 pills). Granted most insurance plans cover it, so you end up with a copay of $75 or so. If not, you can buy Lamisil in Canada for about $500.
Dermatologists also recommend Penlac as a liquid you put on your toes. They recommend it because it is cheaper ($130 for a minuscule bottle that can last 6 to 12 months) and there is no side effect risk (to liver). However, it is a complete rip off. It really does not work for anyone. Don't waste your time on this one.
People recommend anything under the sun (tea tree oil, vinegar, lemon juice, etc...). Don't get your hopes up. It most probably won't work. As everyone, you will probably give most of these benign low cost alternatives a try. But, when you get serious about truly eradicating this really stubborn ailment, just get Lamisil. At this stage there are very few options.
Pour witchazel over your feet and let it dry, don't wash it off. Also make a paste of fresh ginger and put it under the toenail and bandage your toe every night until the infection goes away.
cut right through both of your ankles, guaranteed to work!
Cut your feet off...
There are OTC solutions, and specialized antibiotics. However, if the condition is serious enough, you will be unable to cure it. To avoid unsightly nails, a foot doctor may suggest removing the nails permanently.
my son tried the dr scholls fungal foot removal kit and after the 1st time it looked better and after 1 week it was almost completely gone
he uses it daily to keep away
try soaking you feet in wine vinegar, the fungus hates it
GO TO A DOCTOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Antibiotics from your podiatrist or general practitioner. Nothing else gets rid of it.
The underlying cause of fungus is due to your diet. If you want long term change, eat a healthy diet rich in salad greens, raw fruits and vegetables. Eliminate meat, dairy, and bread from your diet.
My new doctor just recommended VapoRub! I was surprised! I have tried Lamisil and Sporonox and having the toenails removed. Nothing worked. Now I am trying VapoRub. Glad to see it worked for someone else.
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How can I get rid of persistent fungal toe nail infection?
long term oral antifungals...usually about 6 mos. topical meds don't work well.
Try using over the counter lamisil that should work.
HI Dottie...a couple of ways..all SLOW (luckily more of a true annoyance than anything life-threatening!)....
It's been said in many areas that Vick's VapoRub applied daily can do the trick (yep--believe it or not!), but the mainstream means is chronic oral anti-fungal therapies (many available, and not without side effects..check with YOUR doc!).
tea tree oil works for just about anything
my mom had that for awhile, she got some type of surgery, although she had to get the sugery twice, she is recovering from the last one, which was like 2 weeks ago, and her toe is fine now. go to a foot doctor, or any doctor for that matter.
I know for Athlete's Foot, Boric Acid can be used. My husband had AF, and he used the powder form of Boric Acid, put a bit of it in his work boots only twice, and it healed his feet right up. Athlete's foot is a fungus as well. (Same fungus as Ringworm) I wouldnt' be surprised if your toenail infection is the same fungus.
I'm not sure if Boric acid is available over the counter, but an insecticide called Roach Pruf is boric acid. You can get that in hardware stores. (Namely small old fashioned ones, not big box coffin stores)
Probably the only way to get rid off it is get a prescription for Lamisil (to be taken internally). This is not to be confused with the over the counter Lamisil cream that is a regular anti-fungus but will not work on toe nail fungus.
The standard is to take one pill (250 ml) once a day for 90 days straight. A german study showed very good results by taking Lamisil only for one week per month for a whole year.
The disadvantage of Lamisil is that it can affect your liver function. You need to take a blood test before taking it, and one after a month. The other disadvantage is that it is incredibly expensive. It costs now $800 for a full dosage (90 pills). Granted most insurance plans cover it, so you end up with a copay of $75 or so. If not, you can buy Lamisil in Canada for about $500.
Dermatologists also recommend Penlac as a liquid you put on your toes. They recommend it because it is cheaper ($130 for a minuscule bottle that can last 6 to 12 months) and there is no side effect risk (to liver). However, it is a complete rip off. It really does not work for anyone. Don't waste your time on this one.
People recommend anything under the sun (tea tree oil, vinegar, lemon juice, etc...). Don't get your hopes up. It most probably won't work. As everyone, you will probably give most of these benign low cost alternatives a try. But, when you get serious about truly eradicating this really stubborn ailment, just get Lamisil. At this stage there are very few options.
Pour witchazel over your feet and let it dry, don't wash it off. Also make a paste of fresh ginger and put it under the toenail and bandage your toe every night until the infection goes away.
cut right through both of your ankles, guaranteed to work!
Cut your feet off...
There are OTC solutions, and specialized antibiotics. However, if the condition is serious enough, you will be unable to cure it. To avoid unsightly nails, a foot doctor may suggest removing the nails permanently.
my son tried the dr scholls fungal foot removal kit and after the 1st time it looked better and after 1 week it was almost completely gone
he uses it daily to keep away
try soaking you feet in wine vinegar, the fungus hates it
GO TO A DOCTOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Antibiotics from your podiatrist or general practitioner. Nothing else gets rid of it.
The underlying cause of fungus is due to your diet. If you want long term change, eat a healthy diet rich in salad greens, raw fruits and vegetables. Eliminate meat, dairy, and bread from your diet.
I have a dog an he has a possible a nail infection how can I cure it?
My dog has a broken nail in half and inside the nail he has dirt because he was digging in the dirt is that my family has a backyard. how can i cure it and he has been lymping for days?I have a dog an he has a possible a nail infection how can I cure it?
He needs to see a vet! If you ripped off part of your foot and it got so infected that you didn't want to walk on it, don't you think you would want to go to the doctor for antibiotics and pain meds? Your dog is in pain, take him to the doctor.I have a dog an he has a possible a nail infection how can I cure it?
He should probably see a vet for this. It may need to be cut off short (under sedation with pain meds) and he will probably need antibiotics. Until you get to a vet (tomorrow) soak it in a betadine/water solution.
Needs to go to a vet though.
soak it in Epsom salt and warm water. make sure you rinse the pay well afterword to prevent diarrhea. Also may want to think about taking your dog to the vet for antibiotics.
take him to the vet and see what the vet has to say about the possible infection and then take it from there. u never want to try and treat possible infections urself becaus u don't know what could happen
he needs medical attention. He'll need anti-biotics and perhaps have the nail removed. good luck and next time don't wait so long, it's painful.
Take your dog to the vet, to insure that his nail heals properly. It isn't right to let him suffer and watch him limp. Good Luck!lips
He needs to see a vet! If you ripped off part of your foot and it got so infected that you didn't want to walk on it, don't you think you would want to go to the doctor for antibiotics and pain meds? Your dog is in pain, take him to the doctor.I have a dog an he has a possible a nail infection how can I cure it?
He should probably see a vet for this. It may need to be cut off short (under sedation with pain meds) and he will probably need antibiotics. Until you get to a vet (tomorrow) soak it in a betadine/water solution.
Needs to go to a vet though.
soak it in Epsom salt and warm water. make sure you rinse the pay well afterword to prevent diarrhea. Also may want to think about taking your dog to the vet for antibiotics.
take him to the vet and see what the vet has to say about the possible infection and then take it from there. u never want to try and treat possible infections urself becaus u don't know what could happen
he needs medical attention. He'll need anti-biotics and perhaps have the nail removed. good luck and next time don't wait so long, it's painful.
Take your dog to the vet, to insure that his nail heals properly. It isn't right to let him suffer and watch him limp. Good Luck!
Will i be able to walk if i get two of my toe nails removed due to ingrown toe nail infection?
or will it just be bothersome and somewhat painful?Will i be able to walk if i get two of my toe nails removed due to ingrown toe nail infection?
You will have to keep it elevated the night that you have it done. My son just had one done. They don't remove the whole nail, just the side of it. It's a bit painful, but manageable. He couldn't take gym class for a week because it was sore. Good luck.Will i be able to walk if i get two of my toe nails removed due to ingrown toe nail infection?
Yes. My wife just had one taken out (to my surprise) and found the removal more painful than expected, but the result most satisfactory.
You will have no problems walking. The pain will be minimal if they inject some lidocaine before it is done. It shouldn't set you back at all.
Yes! I had my big toenails removed 1 at a time 2 weeks apart. NO PROBLEMS I walked out of Drs. office %26amp; drove home. You can also
you will be able to walk.
Just bothersome and somewhat painful. My big toe nail ripped off a couple years ago and had to wrap it in gauze for a couple of weeks. I couldn't wear a shoe for the first week either. I imagine that it will be much less worse since youre having it done at the doctors. I really think I should have gone to the doctor now that I look back. Oh yeah and it takes 6 month-a year for it to grow back.
You will be able to walk although painful for a little while. You need to do dressing for 2 weeks and slowly the part of nail which have been removed will grow out. But remember these problem may reoccur. Don't wear tight fitting shoes for sometime and remember not to wear socks that are moist
My mom in law just had this done. Yes, you will be able to walk, the first few days will be painful though, and tender for a few weeks after. As long as you follow the aftercare instructions, you should be just fine. Did you know that ingrown toe nails are hereditary?
You will have to keep it elevated the night that you have it done. My son just had one done. They don't remove the whole nail, just the side of it. It's a bit painful, but manageable. He couldn't take gym class for a week because it was sore. Good luck.Will i be able to walk if i get two of my toe nails removed due to ingrown toe nail infection?
Yes. My wife just had one taken out (to my surprise) and found the removal more painful than expected, but the result most satisfactory.
You will have no problems walking. The pain will be minimal if they inject some lidocaine before it is done. It shouldn't set you back at all.
Yes! I had my big toenails removed 1 at a time 2 weeks apart. NO PROBLEMS I walked out of Drs. office %26amp; drove home. You can also
you will be able to walk.
Just bothersome and somewhat painful. My big toe nail ripped off a couple years ago and had to wrap it in gauze for a couple of weeks. I couldn't wear a shoe for the first week either. I imagine that it will be much less worse since youre having it done at the doctors. I really think I should have gone to the doctor now that I look back. Oh yeah and it takes 6 month-a year for it to grow back.
You will be able to walk although painful for a little while. You need to do dressing for 2 weeks and slowly the part of nail which have been removed will grow out. But remember these problem may reoccur. Don't wear tight fitting shoes for sometime and remember not to wear socks that are moist
My mom in law just had this done. Yes, you will be able to walk, the first few days will be painful though, and tender for a few weeks after. As long as you follow the aftercare instructions, you should be just fine. Did you know that ingrown toe nails are hereditary?
How do you get rid of a fungal nail infection on your feet using over the counter products?
any help is appreciated, thanxHow do you get rid of a fungal nail infection on your feet using over the counter products?
Nail fungal infections are notoriously difficult to treat even with conventional therapy.
There are no really useful over the counter preparations as far as I know.
Options are local lacquers such as Amorolfine (Loceryl) or oral medication such as Terbinafine (Lamasil). The advantage of the lacquer is that it is non toxic its disadvantage is that for toes it may require more than a year of treatment. Lamasil may require 6-8 months treatment and has the potential for liver toxicity.How do you get rid of a fungal nail infection on your feet using over the counter products?
just go and ask your chemist, there's a few products out there and they do work it just takes time. it's the same stuff as for athletes foot.
why not go to your GP, if you still want over the counter stuff speak to a chemist.
You get a liquid to paste onto your nails and a file to file the fungley green off, it takes months but it does work.
There are a few products you can buy from the chemist for fungal nail infection but with all of them it is a liquid you paint on the nail every day until the nail has grown out completely which can sometimes take up to a year.
You would have a lot less hassle (and expense) getting tablets from your doctor.
My answer is probably unhelpful - but I believe foot soaks help, %26amp; adding sea salt (regularly either in a washing-up bowl, or in the bath) (rather than trying to get by by only having showers - which do not make it easy for you to see or care for your feet!!) When the skin %26amp; nails are soft, clean your feet %26amp; nails thoroughly - rub all the dead skin off, %26amp; use special manicure / pedicure tools to clean around the cuticles %26amp; under toe nails).
Keeping feet clean helps your health (%26amp; could help you avoid infections etc).
%26amp; when you have dried your feet thoroughly, use an ordinary deodourant on your feet EG. Mitchum (in a green bottle), rubbing that under your feet %26amp; between the toes.
You can with Canesten but you have to apply it every day without fail for maybe 3 to 6 months until every trace of the infection has not only gone but the infected part of the nail has grown out.
I have had such an infection for 24 years and have never had the patience to get rid of it completely.
buy a scapel and chop your toe off. or use a natural anti bacteria like tea tree.
hi
you can get an extra toothbrush and use it to clean under the nails=make sure your nails are kept short and try to keep your feet from becoming moist
YOU CANT ..YOU GOT TO GET A PRESCRIPTION .THE STUFF BEGINS WITH AN L IT IS COSTLY AND IT TAKES ABOUT 4 MONTHS .AND YOU GOT TO GO BACK TO THE DOCTOR IN 2 MONTHS TO GET A BLOOD TEST BECAUSE THE MEDICATION CAN F^^K UP YOUR LIVER.ONLY IN SOME CASES.BUT ITS WORTH THE SHAKE OF THE DICE!!!!!!!!!
ask the pharmacist for advice, theyre normally very good
Nail fungal infections are notoriously difficult to treat even with conventional therapy.
There are no really useful over the counter preparations as far as I know.
Options are local lacquers such as Amorolfine (Loceryl) or oral medication such as Terbinafine (Lamasil). The advantage of the lacquer is that it is non toxic its disadvantage is that for toes it may require more than a year of treatment. Lamasil may require 6-8 months treatment and has the potential for liver toxicity.How do you get rid of a fungal nail infection on your feet using over the counter products?
just go and ask your chemist, there's a few products out there and they do work it just takes time. it's the same stuff as for athletes foot.
why not go to your GP, if you still want over the counter stuff speak to a chemist.
You get a liquid to paste onto your nails and a file to file the fungley green off, it takes months but it does work.
There are a few products you can buy from the chemist for fungal nail infection but with all of them it is a liquid you paint on the nail every day until the nail has grown out completely which can sometimes take up to a year.
You would have a lot less hassle (and expense) getting tablets from your doctor.
My answer is probably unhelpful - but I believe foot soaks help, %26amp; adding sea salt (regularly either in a washing-up bowl, or in the bath) (rather than trying to get by by only having showers - which do not make it easy for you to see or care for your feet!!) When the skin %26amp; nails are soft, clean your feet %26amp; nails thoroughly - rub all the dead skin off, %26amp; use special manicure / pedicure tools to clean around the cuticles %26amp; under toe nails).
Keeping feet clean helps your health (%26amp; could help you avoid infections etc).
%26amp; when you have dried your feet thoroughly, use an ordinary deodourant on your feet EG. Mitchum (in a green bottle), rubbing that under your feet %26amp; between the toes.
You can with Canesten but you have to apply it every day without fail for maybe 3 to 6 months until every trace of the infection has not only gone but the infected part of the nail has grown out.
I have had such an infection for 24 years and have never had the patience to get rid of it completely.
buy a scapel and chop your toe off. or use a natural anti bacteria like tea tree.
hi
you can get an extra toothbrush and use it to clean under the nails=make sure your nails are kept short and try to keep your feet from becoming moist
YOU CANT ..YOU GOT TO GET A PRESCRIPTION .THE STUFF BEGINS WITH AN L IT IS COSTLY AND IT TAKES ABOUT 4 MONTHS .AND YOU GOT TO GO BACK TO THE DOCTOR IN 2 MONTHS TO GET A BLOOD TEST BECAUSE THE MEDICATION CAN F^^K UP YOUR LIVER.ONLY IN SOME CASES.BUT ITS WORTH THE SHAKE OF THE DICE!!!!!!!!!
ask the pharmacist for advice, theyre normally very good
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