November 04 2009
There are quite a few people who say that using Vicks Vaporub for toenail fungus removal does actually work. By applying it onto the infected area everyday, it reduces the fungus down to a minimum. But then there are also people who have used it and say it has no effect whatsoever.
What is the truth then?
Well the truth is that there are many variables to take into consideration such as how bad the fungus infection is, how thick the person’s toenails are and how often they are using the Vaporub. Although there is no proof that the Vaporub is medically suitable to treat toenail fungus, it is the menthol that is taking effect and reducing the fungus.
Many people state that it does tend to work better on people with thin nails, such as children. This shows that the Vaporub is actually penetrating the nail to a certain extent. But this can lead to the nail turning yellow in colour but this should only be a temporary thing and the nail should return back to its normal colour soon after.
Using Vicks Vaporub for toenail fungus has the huge advantage of being cheaper than many off the shelf treatments. There are also no side effects apart from the temporary discoloration of the nail which doesn’t affect everyone anyway. So a lot of people prefer to try it first and see if it makes any difference, before they find another treatment which might be more effective.
Vicks Vaporub is just one of the treatments you can try that you may already have in your home. Listerine is another toenail fungus home remedy that many people try. Just soak your feet in water and Listerine each day and it has been known to help reduce the fungus.
Whichever method you try, always be sure to consult with your doctor who can diagnose the problem and give you their opinion on the best treatment for toenail fungus.
