Fungal infection of the foot and nails is a very common problem. Affected nails become dull, change color, thicken, begin to separate. Over time, there is itching, and sometimes pain. It is treated similarly enough long time (from 3 months) and it is difficult, often there are relapses.
Features of the treatment of nail fungus vinegar
Acetic acid has a pronounced anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect. Thanks to this vinegar is one of the most popular folk remedies for the treatment of nail fungus on the legs . It prevents the development of a fungal infection, and besides helps to reduce such unpleasant symptoms as irritation and itching.
For the treatment of nail fungus at home, both ordinary table and apple cider vinegar can be used, although the latter is preferable, since it contains, in addition to acetic acid, apple, lactic, oxalic and citric acids, as well as other biologically active substances.
Recipes treatment of fungus nail vinegar
Gadgets with vinegar
Ingredients:
- glycerin - 1 tbsp. a spoon;
- water - 2 tbsp. spoons;
- acetic essence (70%) - 2 tbsp. spoons.
Preparation and use
The components are thoroughly mixed, applied to a cotton wool or gauze swab. This mixture is applied to the affected area of the nail for a quarter of an hour, after which the tampon is replaced with fresh and kept as much. It is advisable to avoid getting the mixture on the skin.
Ingredients:
- vinegar - 1 tbsp. a spoon;
- vegetable oil - 1 tbsp. a spoon.
Preparation and use
Tampons with a mixture are applied to the affected nail, tied up and left for the night.
Baths with vinegar
Ingredients:
- water;
- apple or plain vinegar.
Preparation and use
Pre-cleaned and steamed legs fall into a bath with warm water for 15-20 minutes. The concentration of vinegar and water may differ depending on the presence of damage and how rough the skin is, from 1: 8 to 1: 2.
Treatment of nail fungus with iodine and vinegar
Ingredients:
- iodine (preferably 10%);
- apple cider vinegar .
Preparation and use
Iodine and vinegar are mixed in equal proportions. The resulting mixture is applied to the affected area of the nail several times a day, avoiding contact with the skin. Also, the lubrication of nails with a clean solution of iodine goes well with acetic foot baths.
All the above methods of treatment with vinegar are designed for long-term use, until the nail is completely renewed, which can take up to a year when the form of the fungus is started.