Itching between the toes: what to treat - a complete overview of drugs and folk recipes!

It is impossible to find out the cause of the itch between the toes without having studied the anamnesis in detail, since this phenomenon can occur under a variety of circumstances, up to the genetic predisposition of the organism.

This can be tested using one of several simple methods. This predisposition, for example, occurs in almost 10 percent of the world's population. And if something is done on the skin of such people, then at first it will turn pale, and then it will turn red. Because of this, there is a desire to scratch. The person scratches, the skin after irritation again itches, it again scratches and provokes a new itch. Vicious circle.

Also, the skin can itch because of violations of the cellular water balance: in such cases, the tissues dry up, and the epidermis begins to peel off. A similar phenomenon can be observed in certain diseases, but also as a result of the same genetic predisposition. In addition, there are a number of factors that can affect the occurrence of itching: taking medications, overheating the skin as a result of temperature changes in the environment, food containing components that a particular organism can not tolerate. If the itching between the fingers is constant, this may indicate an allergic or atopic dermatitis, dermatosis, hives, etc. Often the problem arises from the effects of various kinds of allergens, before which the body is simply unable to resist. Sometimes such a reaction is not even treated.

Finally, itching can occur due to exposure to external aggressive media, including at the domestic level. For example, the skin can itch after contact with cleaning agents, cosmetics, deodorant, soap, shampoo, etc.

Note! But still almost always the itch between the fingers is a symptom of mycosis, i.e. fungal infection. Therefore, we will focus on this disease.

Fungus of foot

With this problem, sooner or later almost every man encounters, but a special valuefungus, as a rule, do not give, unless exceptions are periods of exacerbation. Consequently, until a person experiences discomfort, he does not even think about starting the treatment of mycosis. After scratching and rubbing the affected areas with a towel( for example, after a shower), the well-being can improve, but the epidermis begins to peel off, there are wounds and microcracks, and when the itching appears again, it will be difficult to scratch the same place again.

An exceptionally qualified dermatologist can diagnose the infection. At the slightest suspicion of mycosis( ie, if one of the symptoms occurs), you should immediately go to the hospital for a survey.

To signs of foot fungus include:

• epidermal epididymis;
• pain syndrome, itching;
• soles of the sole;
• deformation of nails - they are frayed, covered with gray or yellowish spots;
• appearance of characteristic cracks;
• excessive sweating of the feet.

At first, as already noted above, discomfort is not too strong, so they often do not pay attention. But if the symptoms are ignored, the disease will develop and affect the nails, which will separate even more, thicken and change color.

Note! The likelihood of the appearance of the fungus increases with treatment with antibiotics and diabetes.

If you start treatment in time, then there will be no difficulties. The main thing is to have patience, because sooner than in a month, it will not get rid of mycosis anyway. If the infection has spread to the nails, it will take about a year to get positive results.

Note! It should also be remembered that when the stage is started, the fungus spreads to the hips, abdomen and even the chest.

Itching between the toes: how to treat

In case of a fungal infection, start by throwing out all the things that come in contact with your legs. Get rid of old room slippers, basts and towels. With the remaining shoes do the following: remove the insoles from it, wipe them with a lemon and repeat the procedure several times a week.

The treatment of a fungus usually takes no more than a month( provided that you get a doctor's appointment in time).There are several effective methods that can help in getting rid of the disease.

Therapeutic ointments

Excellent ointments made on the basis of tolnaftate and miconazole have shown themselves perfectly. This, for example, the drug "Clotrimazole."

Regardless of the chosen remedy, it should be applied to the affected areas of the skin until the symptoms are completely eliminated + two more weeks after( this will help to avoid relapse).What is characteristic, every two weeks the drug should be changed, otherwise the body will get used, and the ointment becomes simply inefficient.

Burov's solution

No less effective are compresses made on the basis of this solution. Despite the high efficiency, the method does not represent anything complicated: take cotton swabs impregnated with the solution, and place between the fingers. After about 15-20 minutes, tampons can be removed.

Note! Soda, previously dissolved in water, can also be used. With the resulting solution, lubricate the areas affected by the infection.

Tablets

If the fungus gets to the nails, then you will have to drink special pills - this will ensure 100% positive result, but only on condition that the drugs are selected competently. These drugs include "Lamizil", "Grisiovulfin" and "Nizoral".

In addition, the treatment will help and immunostimulants( for example, "Tactivin").

Additional measures

Also pay special attention to hygiene during treatment. Wash your feet at least twice a day, preferably with household soap( it destroys microbes), then soak the skin with a clean towel or dry with a hair dryer. Complete each procedure with an antifungal ointment( eg, exoderil).

To avoid recurrence of infection, try to wear open shoes, regularly change socks and rub the inside of the shoes with table vinegar( although the latter is characterized by a persistent odor, which can only be removed by prolonged ventilation).To disinfect shoes, you can use a special device( it is placed in the product), which destroys the fungus with the help of ultraviolet radiation. Such devices have recently gained increasing popularity.

Finally, you can use a special liquid called "Samarovka", sold in all pharmacies. Handle "Samarovka" shoes and keep a minimum of three hours in a plastic bag.

Note! The most important thing is to observe the standards of personal hygiene and use special ointments to completely eliminate symptoms( and two more weeks for preventive purposes).

Video - How the fungus is treated on the feet

Treatment with folk remedies

There are several effective folk methods that attract, above all, accessibility and simplicity. Use these funds should be every day.

Table. Folk recipes for the treatment of fungus

Description	Description, preparation procedure
Tea + vinegar	Prepare strong tea and mix it with 9% table vinegar( 50 ml for 2 tsp).In the product obtained, moisten the tampons and treat them with affected areas of the skin. Carry out similar procedures several times a day until complete recovery.
Foot baths with sea salt	Another effective tool, after which the skin can be treated with aloe juice or celandine. For greater efficiency, add a little table vinegar. Hold the feet in such a solution for about 20 minutes, then treat them with the juice of one of the above mentioned plants.
Glycerin + vinegar	Pour a bottle of glycerin into a half-liter jar, add as much 70% vinegar, then cover the container with a lid and shake well. With the product obtained, treat the affected skin until complete recovery.
Table salt	Fungus does not tolerate salt. Therefore, you can additionally sleep in your socks, where a small amount of salt was poured in advance. In addition, you can take the baths from a special solution made from salt( 1 kg), water( 2 liters) and soda( 1 tsp).
Shampoo for dandruff	The easiest method of treatment, but one of the most effective. Daily wash your feet using shampoo against dandruff. After each procedure, you can additionally drip shampoo on the layered nails( if the infection has reached them).Next, wear socks and sleep in them until the morning. After a few weeks, the fungus will begin to burn.

Preventative measures

To avoid the development of fungal infection on the toes, try to follow a few simple rules.

1. Use leather and suede shoes. Give preference to quality natural footwear, in which the foot is comfortable, and the skin "breathes".So you prevent sweating, the appearance of calluses and wounds.
   

   Suede shoes - photo

2. You can use antifungal agents for prophylactic purposes( say, "Mifungar").
   

   Mifungar

3. On coming home, wipe the shoes with a disinfectant spray. Do not use someone else's shoes, and go to shoe stores only in socks.
4. After bathing procedures, wash your feet and thoroughly wipe with a towel.
5. Take care of immunity. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables to strengthen it. Drink juices, take vitamins, often go out into the fresh air.
   

   The best products that increase the immunity

Any disease is easier to prevent than cure. But if the fungus still appeared with all the ensuing consequences( itching, flaking, burning, etc.), then immediately begin treatment.

Video - Treatment of fungus by folk methods