Toenail fungus is a very nasty fungal infection that is actually more common than you may think. Thousands of people get the infection every year and although it is generally not a serious health risk, it can be quite embarrassing to have, especially if you ever need to go barefoot in a public place. It can lead to toenails turning yellow and then brown if left untreated and can look really unsightly.
The good news is that there are many under toenail fungus treatments to choose from that can help remove the infection. These come in oral or topical form and can be purchased over the counter. There are also many home made toenail fungus treatments that you can try which have worked for many people.
One thing you can do to help is to make sure your toenails are cut short. Obviously not too short that they become painful but short enough so that there isn’t much room underneath for the fungus to breed. Fungus loves an environment that is dark and damp and they thrive in it. But by exposing them and keeping your toenails short, you can stop them from spreading and it should reduce the appearance of the fungus.
Many people have success in soaking their feet everyday in water and vinegar. Just get a bowl of warm water, add some vinegar and soak your feet for 30 minutes or so. The vinegar helps to kill off the bacteria due to its acidic qualities. You can use a strong vinegar like apple cider vinegar which is stronger than the normal off the shelf vinegars.
Obviously seeking medical advice is really important if you do notice you have an infection on your toenail. You doctor can give you their opinion on the best way forward and what treatment you should use.
