A pathogenic fungal microorganism can infect toenails when visiting a sauna, swimming pool, wearing someone else’s shoes or socks, using non-disinfected pedicure tools.
The doctor makes the diagnosis based on a visual examination and the results of laboratory tests, after which he prescribes medication for toenail fungus. In the initial stage of the disease give a good effect of external agents - drops, creams, ointments, sprays and solutions.
In advanced situations, the therapy will be long and expensive - it will be necessary to use a set of drugs, including systemic tablets.
Advantages of antifungal drops
The first advantage of the drops was the convenience of their use. They are available in compact bottles with a dispenser, which allows you to accurately dose nail treatment drops without resorting to other medical additives. The stop on the dispenser allows you to apply the product on the spot, without wasting the medicine. This makes this form of medicine economical.
Safety is another of the benefits of drops to treat nail fungus. The drops act on the surface layers of the nails, the skin, without penetrating the blood.
This makes them safe to use, unlike toxic drugs that are given orally. In addition, nail drops are applied carefully, without touching the surrounding skin and wrinkles of the nail. This eliminates irritations and allergies.
The third main advantage of fungal drugs in the form of drops is their effectiveness. The drug is well absorbed, does not stain clothes, does not smear. The drops directly affect the focus of the disease, quickly dealing with the infection. Even a cheap antifungal drug can beat advanced onychomycosis as part of a complex therapy, eliminating the need for nail removal.
How mushroom drops work
After determining the cause of the disease, the doctor will tell you which drops of toenail fungus will be most effective. Modern drugs act on the fungus in a complex way - in two directions at once:
- fungicidal - destroy fungal spores and fungi themselves;
- fungistatic - stop the reproduction of fungi at the cellular level.
Thanks to such a complex work of the preparation, it is possible to choose the optimal treatment for nails, there is no chance that fungi and bacteria will multiply on the nails. An additional effect of the drops is the removal of inflammation, improving cell regeneration. When applied externally, the components of the drops accumulate in the nail plate in the optimal concentration. The drug blocks the synthesis of ergosterol - compounds that form the basis of the cell membrane of fungal microorganisms. Due to that, the life process of the fungus is disturbed, as a result, the pathogenic microflora dies.
As already mentioned, in order to achieve such a result, drops against nail fungus must be prescribed by a competent doctor. He will prescribe the necessary medication, dose and choose the duration of the course of therapy.
Indications for the use of onychomycosis drops
The drops are prescribed for damage to the nails on the hands and feet, with the appearance of fungi on the skin, signs of lichen and pityriasis versicolor. Symptoms of dermatologist prescribing drops and other external nail fungus preparations:
- irritation, peeling and redness of the skin between the toes;
- the appearance of itching and tingling on the foot, between the toes, near the nail;
- pain, signs of inflammation around the nail;
- appearance of streaks, grooves and stains on the nail plate;
- nail discoloration, its deformation, thickening, delamination.
The above signs indicate a fungal infection. If you consult a doctor immediately, the treatment will be cheap and you will get rid of the problem quickly. Onychomycosis refers to infectious diseases, it is not only a cosmetic discomfort, but a danger for the carrier of the disease and others.
In advanced stages, the fungus leads to intoxication of the body, reduced immunity and complications. The problem will not resolve on its own, over time the disease progresses without adequate therapy.
Contraindications to fungal drops
Each drug, including antifungal drops, has its own contraindications and side effects. The instructions should be read before starting treatment. The main points that do not allow the use of drops are: individual intolerance to the drug, age up to 12 years, pregnancy and feeding, the presence of wounds and pus. The use of drops can cause tingling, itching, redness and peeling.
There are not as many contraindications for drops as for systemic antifungals, however, they should be prescribed by a doctor.
Effective fungal drops
First, the nails affected by the fungus are steamed, cleaned, dried, and only after that drops are applied.
The procedure is repeated twice a day, the course lasts up to six months (the period depends on the time of growth of a healthy nail). Drops can cause peeling and itching of the skin, but treatment should not be canceled.
Drops are prescribed in the initial phase of the disease and to prevent recurrence.
Reviews on the use of drops note their cost-effectiveness and ease of use. Contraindications are few, side effects are rare. But the drops help to quickly neutralize the fungus, restore the beauty and health of the nails.
In advanced cases, the drops are used as part of a complex therapy, which includes taking pills, correcting the diet, hygienic procedures, medical pedicure, etc. The exact treatment regimen is chosen by the doctor individually for each patient.