The podiatrist will talk about the causes of nail fungus as well as the treatment of nail fungus. Different stages of the appearance of the nail fungus and recommendations for its elimination and further protection from the fungus are considered.
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Nail fungus is a lot of trouble.
Symptoms of nail and athlete's foot are:
- Itching;
- Reddening of the skin;
- yellow nails;
- fragility and increased fragility of nails;
- Loss of nails.
The outbreak of the disease
The fungus arises from failure to observe hygiene regulations and from wearing uncomfortable and unkempt shoes. It is also easy to get infected if personal hygiene is not observed in public places such as: swimming pool, sauna, beach, communal shower, bathroom in dormitory.
You may not notice a nail fungus because the itching and burning sensation at the beginning are not particularly bothering. However, over time, this disease can become a more advanced form. What Affects the Condition of Your Nails and Toes.
The development of the disease begins with predisposing factors. The most important factor in the development of fungal diseases is age. It is known that microspories or "ringworm" mainly affect children of primary school age, on the contrary, mycoses of the feet affect adults.
The spread of fungal diseases occurs well in a moist environment. Excessive sweating and wet shoes are predisposing factors to the development of fungal diseases, and the main places of infection with mycosis of the feet are swimming pools, saunas, and beaches.
Important recommendations:
- compliance with hygiene procedures;
- Protection of feet and nails from fungus;
- Have your own personal shoes;
- Take good care of your shoes;
- Choose shoes that are comfortable and not tight.