Someone told me that Ben-gay was good for toenail fungus. You are smart to stay away from stuff like lamisel. It takes months for that stuff to work. In some cases, you have to have your blood drawn every couple of months, to monitor liver damage, when taking the anti fungal medications.Does anyone know how to cure a toenail fungus/infection with a home remedy. I do know want to take lamisel?
I heard Vicks Salve was helpful, and also have heard that soaking your foot in a cup of hydrogen peroxide in a pan of water would help. Good luck!Does anyone know how to cure a toenail fungus/infection with a home remedy. I do know want to take lamisel?
use tea tree oil in affected area
I went surfing and found several suggestions. The site listed below had a lot of home remediesfor a variety of things.
These are directly from the site:
Toe nail fungus remedy using tea tree oil
Tea tree oil is a potent natural antiseptic and fungicide that will help fight your fungus. Apply undiluted tea tree oil with olive oil to the affected toe nail. Alternatively you can put few drops of tea tree oil on toenails and rub it thoroughly every day.
Using Listerine mouthwash
Soak your toes in Listerine mouthwash. The powerful antiseptic leaves your toe nails looking healthy.
Curing toe nail fungus using warm water and natural apple cider vinegar
Soak your toenails for 15 - 20 minutes in basin full of warm water and natural apple cider vinegar mixed in equal proportion. When done, dry your toenails thoroughly. Use a hair dryer on warm setting to absorb all the moisture in and around the toes
Tea tree oil and Lavender oil
Put equal amount of tea tree oil and lavender oil on a cotton ball or swab. Dab it under the top edge of the toe nail and surrounding area 2 or 3 times a day. Tea tree oil is natural antibiotic and lavender will help fight the infection and prevent skin irritation
Using Oregano and Olive oil
Blend 2 drops of Oregano essential oil with a tsp of olive oil. Apply this mixture on the affected area daily for NOT more than three weeks. Oregano essential oil has antiseptic, antibacterial, antiparasitical, antiviral, analgesic and antifungal properties
AHA creams
Lather AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) creams on to your feet before going to bed. This will flush the rough scaly skin from your feet that is more prone to growing fungus
Hope one of these works. The article also had suggestions for prevention of fungus.
Go to wal-mart,walgreens,cvs,where ever you choose to shop, and look in the foot care isle(wal-mart/by pharmcy) and look or ask the pharmicist for advice. Or call your doctor and ask for advice(let her know you don't want to take lamisel.) If over the counter products don't work you will probibly need a presp.
I haven't tried this, but it's supposed to work. First, you take a nail file and file the entire nail, not just the tip. Then you take a clove of galic, smash it up and rub it on your nail. Without washing the garlic off, put clear nail polish over it and leave it there for a couple of days. Take it off and repeat the process until the fungus is gone. If it works, let me know.
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My mother had luck with Vicks' Vapo-Rub to finally clear up her tonebail fungus after trying several other remedies. :)
soak your toe in listerine. use the original not mint.
i used it and it started working, but i never had time to sit and soak my toe so i gave up. if you find a cure that works will you let me know.
Try a yeast infection cream, like monistat. It is a strong anti fungal, and can help it out. Also, try to keep the area dry and air it out often.
And old ';kitchen witch'; remedy would be to soak it nightly in hydrogen peroxide.
However, my old teacher once soaked his foot for a couple of hours in a bleach/water combination (1:1) and it cleaned ';everything'; up... Though, he was a tough old biscuit, so I doubt he would be bothered by anything for long, anyways.
I haven't had any personal experience with this but my mother in law swears by it---she soaked her feet in bleach for 10 to 15 minutes then repeated the process a few days later. She had tried several over the counter remedies as well as oral Rxs with no success so she figured this was worth a try. I don't know where she got this info from, so I would be cautious as I'm not sure of the different types of fungus or what they will respond to.
No. I am a medical doctor. When the fungal infection involve hair follicles, fingernails or toenails, topical anti-fungal cream is not effective. The cream does not pentrate far enough to the nail to be effective. For these infections you need to take an anti-fugal medication by mouth.
BTW, you will need a doctor's prescription since the medication is not available over the counter.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Does using Vicks really work for curing Toenail fungus?
No, you need to take an oral dose on an antifungal like ketoconazole or some other antifungal available through your doctor. Vicks does not contain the necessary ingredients.Does using Vicks really work for curing Toenail fungus?
Vicks works for all kinds of skin and nail problems.....scalp problems too!grey hair
Vicks works for all kinds of skin and nail problems.....scalp problems too!
Would you not date someone or be appalled by them if they had a fungus under their toenail?
Im a gay guy and worried that no one will want me because I have a fungus under my big toenail. Trust me, Im in the midst of getting rid of it. But the doctor said that my toenail will never look the same.Would you not date someone or be appalled by them if they had a fungus under their toenail?
Uhm, no.
If I love a guy I don't go around saying ';Which one of you has a fungal infection of any kind!?';
Lol If I fall in love with a guy, a temporary foot fungi won't matter.Would you not date someone or be appalled by them if they had a fungus under their toenail?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;鈥?/a>
Fungi are treatable.
Besides, I prefer painted toenails. Maybe you should get some polish.
Uhm, no.
If I love a guy I don't go around saying ';Which one of you has a fungal infection of any kind!?';
Lol If I fall in love with a guy, a temporary foot fungi won't matter.Would you not date someone or be appalled by them if they had a fungus under their toenail?
http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;鈥?/a>
Fungi are treatable.
Besides, I prefer painted toenails. Maybe you should get some polish.
How dangerous is toenail fungus?
Dangerous? It's more irritating than anything, but as far as causing serious health problems I seriously doubt that it does. The reason I think this is that I've suffered from the nasty toenail fungus for twenty years, and my father has had it for forty to fifty years and he's now seventy two. You're actually at more risk from the drugs you take to get rid of it. I've tried it all and suffered, believe me. One prescription gave me severe diarrhea, stomach cramps and dry mouth for weeks before I finally decided to just live with the fungus instead of being miserable all the time. It's just embarrassing when someone sees how nasty your toenails are. Always having to hide them, keep them out of sight. Dangerous...? No. Disgusting and Embarrassing? Yes.How dangerous is toenail fungus?
Could cause infection of the entire body. Lose of toes,feet and leg. Death, septic poisoning,gangrene and other body function problems. Treat it ASAP. 99.99% of the time not a real problem....but don't take a chance. see your podiatrist or family doctor. TaggerHow dangerous is toenail fungus?
marty - An infection of toenail fungus occurs when fungi infect one or more of your nails. A nail fungal infection may begin as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. As the nail fungus spreads deeper into your nail, it may cause your nail to discolor, thicken and develop crumbling edges 鈥?an unsightly and potentially painful problem.
These infections usually develop on nails continually exposed to warm, moist environments, such as sweaty shoes or shower floors. Nail fungus isn't the same as athlete's foot, which primarily affects the skin of the feet, but at times the two may coexist and can be caused by the same type of fungus.
An infection with nail fungus may be difficult to treat, and infections may recur. But medications are available to help clear up nail fungus.
I've read that in some cases, it is actually fatal. I've had it for years in my big toes and do my best to treat it by clipping close and medicating it. There are also pills you can take but they haven't yet worked for me. Many people just have their toenails removed and then keep the nail bed clean while they grow back. A surefire solution, but it scares me. Keep an eye on them and get them treated whatever you do. Toenail fungus is nothing to mess with.
Could cause infection of the entire body. Lose of toes,feet and leg. Death, septic poisoning,gangrene and other body function problems. Treat it ASAP. 99.99% of the time not a real problem....but don't take a chance. see your podiatrist or family doctor. TaggerHow dangerous is toenail fungus?
marty - An infection of toenail fungus occurs when fungi infect one or more of your nails. A nail fungal infection may begin as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your fingernail or toenail. As the nail fungus spreads deeper into your nail, it may cause your nail to discolor, thicken and develop crumbling edges 鈥?an unsightly and potentially painful problem.
These infections usually develop on nails continually exposed to warm, moist environments, such as sweaty shoes or shower floors. Nail fungus isn't the same as athlete's foot, which primarily affects the skin of the feet, but at times the two may coexist and can be caused by the same type of fungus.
An infection with nail fungus may be difficult to treat, and infections may recur. But medications are available to help clear up nail fungus.
I've read that in some cases, it is actually fatal. I've had it for years in my big toes and do my best to treat it by clipping close and medicating it. There are also pills you can take but they haven't yet worked for me. Many people just have their toenails removed and then keep the nail bed clean while they grow back. A surefire solution, but it scares me. Keep an eye on them and get them treated whatever you do. Toenail fungus is nothing to mess with.
Help, help, I need to fix my toenails before summer hits. How can I cure toenail fungus??
Lamisil. Either the pills or the ointment. Or, if you want a cheaper way (and no doctor), rub Vapo-Rub into the toenails. Doctors don't even know why it works, but it does!Help, help, I need to fix my toenails before summer hits. How can I cure toenail fungus??
Toenail fungus is very very hard to cure completely and it takes a looooooooong time.
MY mom has it and has been using a cream that is for athletes foot, a doctor prescribed it and he says that all the pills other doctor prescribe for this, can badly affect your liver and other parts of teh body.
The thing is that I live in Mexico and I don麓t know if this cream exists there but it麓s name is tinaderm and the composition is Tolnaftate, I guess you can find it by that name.
You gotta be constant though and apply it 2 times a day after washing and wiping dry your feet. Even if you don麓t notice any changes at first you gotta keep using it, my mom is really getting rid of it but it takes up to 5-6 months. Sorry for the bad english,Good luck and give it a try!!!!.
Toenail fungus is very very hard to cure completely and it takes a looooooooong time.
MY mom has it and has been using a cream that is for athletes foot, a doctor prescribed it and he says that all the pills other doctor prescribe for this, can badly affect your liver and other parts of teh body.
The thing is that I live in Mexico and I don麓t know if this cream exists there but it麓s name is tinaderm and the composition is Tolnaftate, I guess you can find it by that name.
You gotta be constant though and apply it 2 times a day after washing and wiping dry your feet. Even if you don麓t notice any changes at first you gotta keep using it, my mom is really getting rid of it but it takes up to 5-6 months. Sorry for the bad english,Good luck and give it a try!!!!.
Is there a home remedy to cure toenail fungus?
My grandfather swears by Vicks Vapor Rub. It is also in those home remedy books you can buy.Is there a home remedy to cure toenail fungus?
Coat your nails twice daily with oil of oregano after washing them thoroughly with soap and water.Oil of oregano is available in most health food stores.Is there a home remedy to cure toenail fungus?
keep nails trim and clean, expose to light as much as possible
Try wash with Betadine cleanser (from you pharmacist) and spray with Bactine, several times a day
no...you're gonna die
Coat your nails twice daily with oil of oregano after washing them thoroughly with soap and water.Oil of oregano is available in most health food stores.Is there a home remedy to cure toenail fungus?
keep nails trim and clean, expose to light as much as possible
Try wash with Betadine cleanser (from you pharmacist) and spray with Bactine, several times a day
no...you're gonna die
I have a big toenail fungus and the nail is coming away from the nail bed.
If I lose the nail will another grow back? Does anyone out there know the real answer from experience? No guessers please.I have a big toenail fungus and the nail is coming away from the nail bed.
yes, a new nail will grow in under/behind the old one. keep the old one trimmed as it detaches and don't let it catch on anything and tear away.I have a big toenail fungus and the nail is coming away from the nail bed.
Mix anti fungus soap, with anti fungus powder. ( drugstore foot care) Wash the nails 2 to 3 times a day. Do all nails it can spread. If you don't see results in 2 weeks you'll need to go to the doctors.
My dad had a nail removed because of fungus and yes, the nail grew back.
You DO need a doctor to get the fungus under control before it spreads to your other toes or to other people.
There is solution for toenail fungus, i too have toenail fungus but from last two months its getting cure. I just applied zeta clear over my nails and it is worked. I got information both this amazing zeta clear at http://www.squidoo.com/Zetacleartoenailfungus or you can get more detail at http://http://zetacleartoenailfungus.blogspot.com/ both sites have great information on zeta clear including the ingredients and how does it work.
I had fungus on my big toenail, half the nail crumbled and eventually came off (looked gross). I put otc anti-fungal liquid on it twice a day and avoided humidity. A new nail grew out eventually, meanwhile I used an acrylic toenail on that toe when wearing open toe shoes.
go to a doctor
yes, a new nail will grow in under/behind the old one. keep the old one trimmed as it detaches and don't let it catch on anything and tear away.I have a big toenail fungus and the nail is coming away from the nail bed.
Mix anti fungus soap, with anti fungus powder. ( drugstore foot care) Wash the nails 2 to 3 times a day. Do all nails it can spread. If you don't see results in 2 weeks you'll need to go to the doctors.
My dad had a nail removed because of fungus and yes, the nail grew back.
You DO need a doctor to get the fungus under control before it spreads to your other toes or to other people.
There is solution for toenail fungus, i too have toenail fungus but from last two months its getting cure. I just applied zeta clear over my nails and it is worked. I got information both this amazing zeta clear at http://www.squidoo.com/Zetacleartoenailfungus or you can get more detail at http://http://zetacleartoenailfungus.blogspot.com/ both sites have great information on zeta clear including the ingredients and how does it work.
I had fungus on my big toenail, half the nail crumbled and eventually came off (looked gross). I put otc anti-fungal liquid on it twice a day and avoided humidity. A new nail grew out eventually, meanwhile I used an acrylic toenail on that toe when wearing open toe shoes.
go to a doctor
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