Preventing toenail fungus may not be at the top of your to-do list, but maybe it must be. Fungi are actually everywhere in our environment, and they especially live in dark, wet, warm places, like inside your shoes. That makes it relatively easy to stumble upon a toenail fungal infection (onychomycosis). These infections are often caused by microscopic organisms called dermatophytes. These types of microorganisms feed on keratin, the protein found in nails and hair. There are many reasons that increase your risk of having a toenail fungal infection:
1.If toenails are traumatized by pressure from ill-fitting shoes, for instance, they’re weakened and more susceptible to fungus. 2. Toenail fungus can cause the nails to become thick, discolored, and brittle. If the nail becomes thickened, it can be painful and cause pressure on the underlying nail bed, the nail bed can develop an ulcer, especially as someone ages and the pressure increases. 3. Toenail fungus can even cause the toenail to crumble and separate from the nail bed. This can be very painful and lead to difficulty walking. 4. Getting rid of a toenail fungal infection can be difficult because it can be resistant to treatment, which can take months. Prevention is important because once the fungal infection gets into the nail, it becomes much more difficult to treat. Healthy feet depend on good hygiene, so it’s important to keep your toes clean and dry. Follow these seven tips and healthy habits to prevent toenail fungal infection: 5. Clip your toenails correctly: Cut your toenails with properly sanitized nail scissors or clippers and make sure to cut them straight across. 6. Wear properly fitted shoes: Shoes shouldn’t be touching your toenails in any way. Avoid sliding into shoes that are too big and jamming your toenails into the end of the shoe. 7. Choose breathable footwear: The more air that’s able to circulate around your feet, the drier and less susceptible to toenail fungus they’ll be. Your best bets: Shoes made of a breathable material like leather or canvas. 8. Alternate your shoes: Putting on shoes that are still damp from yesterday’s sweaty workout will only increase your risk of a toenail fungal infection, so invest in a few good pairs and rotate them. “Don’t wear the same pair of shoes two days in a row”, “Allow them to air out between wearings.” And make sure they’re placed out in the open where they can dry thoroughly. 9. Avoid going barefoot in public areas: Locker rooms, public pools, showers, and similar areas are loaded with fungi just waiting to get to your toes. Always wear flip-flops, sandals, or shower shoes in a moist environment. 10. Disinfect regularly: Scrub your shower and disinfect it with a bleach-based cleanser. Spray your shoes with an antibacterial spray, especially if you’ve worn them without socks, and wash all socks in hot water with bleach to kill any fungi. Also wash your feet daily, making sure to thoroughly dry them afterward, especially between the toes where moisture can get trapped. 11. Sprinkle your shoes with an antifungal powder to keep fungi at bay: Sprinkle the powder inside your socks and shoes before each wearing to prevent the growth of fungi spores. This is especially important in hot weather when your feet tend to sweat more. Homemade treatment for toenail fungal infection: In big bowl add lukewarm water (not hot), than add 2 tablespoons sea salt, 3 tablespoons baking soda, keep feet about 10-15 minutes. Then dry your feet carefully with a towel and spray them with antibacterial and antifungal spray or cream.
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