Treatment of nail fungus with Dimexide

2023 Author: Alfred Shackley | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-21 13:14

Fungal diseases of the skin and toenails are a well-known problem for those who frequent gyms, swimming pools or saunas. All public places in which people walk barefoot are at risk of getting sick. This is due to the fact that bacteria are transmitted from person to person.

The fungus makes itself felt very clearly. The skin dries up and begins to crack. Severe itching appears. Nails change color. Each person individually, the nails can turn yellow, gray, or even green. They crumble strongly, exfoliate and grow, becoming very thick.

It is especially uncomfortable for women with this disease in the summer. When the legs are open, the fungus gives them a frightening look. Most medicines need to be applied without the use of nail polish, and the treatment is quite long. As a result of this, the sore brings discomfort for a long time, both aesthetic and purely physical (bacteria cause severe itching).

Of course, modern medicine knows many means to fight the fungus, but one cannot fail to note the special resistance of these bacteria. They survive even in the most adverse conditions. This leads to the fact that the treatment may not be effective or, having coped with the symptoms, after a while the person will face a relapse.

Bacteria are especially active when the body's immune defense is reduced. In a healthy state, the human body fights against parasites, and in case of impaired immunity, it cannot cope. And then the fungus appears over and over again. In this regard, it is not recommended to independently treat the problem, but be sure to contact a specialist and conduct a thorough comprehensive treatment.

One of the most common remedies for the treatment of fungus is "Dimexidum". The tool has gained popularity due to its effectiveness and low cost. The fact is that there are hundreds of antifungal drugs now and the principle of their action is similar, but the price sometimes frightens buyers.

"Dimexide" for the treatment of fungus

Dimexide is a solution that is an excellent antifungal drug, has an analgesic effect, relieves inflammation, kills germs and is very easy to use.

The active component of the solution is dimethyl sulfoxide.

The drug is also produced in the form of a gel. You can purchase concentrated dimethyl sulfoxide and prepare a solution.

This solution is used to solve many problems:

• Formulosis;
• Acne;
• Purulent wounds;
• Eczem;
• Burns;
• Thrombophlebitis;
• Trophic ulcers, etc.

It is also used to treat:

• Bruises;
• Radiculitis;
• Osteoporosis;
• Sprains of the ligaments.

Cosmetologists have adopted a preparation for hair restoration. It is added to masks and oils.

Dimexide can harm children under 12 years of age, as well as the elderly. It is not prescribed for those with glaucoma and cataracts, nor is it prescribed for people with kidney and liver problems. Cores are also not recommended to use it. Pregnant and lactating women will also have to find another treatment for the fungus.

It is recommended to use it in its pure form. The solution is applied to a cotton pad and applied to the infected area. It is advisable not to touch healthy skin. The procedure is done on thoroughly washed and dried skin.

Recommendations for cleaning skin and nails:

• Steam your skin before applying any antifungal agent. For this, a bath of warm water is made. You can add a decoction of chamomile or calendula, soda to the water.
• The infected part of the body is steamed for 15-20 minutes.
• Excess skin and flaking nail areas are then removed. This is done with a pumice stone and a nail file.
• After that, the skin is dabbed with a towel made of natural fabric. Rubbing is not recommended, it is better to just get wet.

After these procedures, the medicine can be applied. Dimexide can be used twice a day (morning and evening).

It is a very good conductor of other drugs under the skin. At the same time, it does not weaken or change their action. Due to this property, Dimexide can be used with any other antifungal drug. This will strengthen the antibacterial drugs and speed up recovery.

It is better not to prescribe the dosage and combination with other medications on your own. It is necessary to consult a doctor who will determine the degree of neglect of the disease and the most appropriate treatment for a particular case.

It is recommended to use Dimexide until the symptoms of the fungus pass and a normal healthy nail grows back. However, the instruction warns that there is an overdose of the drug. It leads to swelling and hives. If this happens, it is necessary to change the drug.

There are a number of side effects that this medicine can cause. First, to prevent this from happening, you need to test for allergies. To do this, a cotton wool is moistened with a solution, the skin on the hand (between the wrist and elbow) is wiped with it, and a reaction is observed within 10-15 minutes.

If no negative manifestations happen, you can safely use Dimexide. If there is a burning sensation or itching, the drug is not used.

Side effects

In addition to an allergic skin reaction to the drug, in some cases there may be:

• Dizziness;
• Nausea;
• Diarrhea;
• Insomnia;
• Dermatitis.

Before starting treatment and choosing a remedy to fight the fungus, you should consult your doctor. There are a number of similar tools that may be more appropriate for a particular case.

Also, we must not forget about the prevention of fungus. Treating your skin and nails, but not treating shoes and other surfaces that your body comes into contact with, is a surefire way to keep the problem from getting rid of.

It is necessary to disinfect shoes, socks, tights, bathroom rugs and in general any surfaces on which they become bare feet. The fact is that the fungus lives outside the body, therefore, having cured it on the body, a person again and again becomes infected from his own things.

In the future, so that relapses do not happen, it is necessary:

• Support the body's immunity as a whole;
• Monitor personal hygiene;
• Do not wear parka, tight shoes;
• Don't keep your feet wet;
• Avoid overheating;
• Do not walk barefoot in public places (especially where it is warm and humid, such as in a bathhouse or swimming pool);
• Do not use other people's things and hygiene products;
• Rubber slippers must be worn on beaches and swimming pools;
• Do not leave your feet wet after a shower, but wipe them thoroughly.

Simple rules of personal hygiene will allow you to never encounter a fungus or avoid its reappearance. The main reason for relapses of the disease is that, having healed it, a person gets rid of the symptoms, but the bacteria of the fungus still remain on the body. As soon as immunity weakens or the body gets into uncomfortable conditions (or comes into contact with a carrier of bacteria), the disease immediately revives and everything starts anew.

The treatment for this problem is always long enough. A new nail grows back within half a year. All this time, a person is forced to walk with ugly and itchy legs. Therefore, it is much more correct not to be lazy and follow the recommendations that allow the legs to remain beautiful.