subject: Cause, Prevention And Natural Nail Fungus Treatment [print this page] Nail fungus is an infection caused by a type of fungi known as dermatophyte that affects both fingernails and toenails. Nail fungus typically causes the nail plate to have a thickened, yellow, or cloudy appearance. The nails can become rough and crumbly, or can separate from the bed. There is usually no pain or other bodily symptoms, unless the disease is severe. Preventing the fungus is always the best remedy. It is difficult to get rid of the fungus as the fungus imbeds itself under the toenail. Natural nail fungus treatments are probably the best option when compared to alternatives on the basis of effectiveness, cost and safety.
Apart from fungi, yeasts and molds can also cause fungus. These microorganisms are commonly found in wet and moist environments such as swimming pools, locker rooms, public baths, and others. They can invade your skin through tiny invisible cuts or through a small separation between your nail and nail bed. They cause problems only if your nails are continually exposed to warmth and moisture - conditions perfect for the growth and spread of fungi. Effective nail fungus treatment must reach the skin underneath the nail where the fungus is imbedded, otherwise it will continue to grow back.
Because fungi like to dwell in dark, moist environments, the insides of your shoes can breed the bacteria, making your toenails more susceptible to fungal infection. Also, using polish and fake acrylics can put you at more risk for fungal infection because they can trap in moisture if not properly maintained. Frequently, athlete's foot is frequently associated for helping contributing to fungus conditions, so good foot hygiene - washing and drying your feet after showering, using clean towels, wearing clean socks and shoes, and not sharing these things are all important. It is always best to begin treatment of fungus at the first signs as, if left unchecked over a period of months or even years, fungus can turn the entire nail blackish-green. Even the best natural nail fungus treatments can require several weeks or even a few months to get rid of the fungus - as only when the new nail grows in clear can you have confidence that the fungus is gone.
Another possible cause of nail fungus is due to a weakened immune system. The root cause of each disease can be attributed to a low immune system, which should always be one of the factors to consider in determining the cause of infection. Good diet, exercise, enough sleep and stress avoidance will promote stronger immunity to diseases. In the past, many oral fungus treatments required liver testing as they contained chemicals that were very hard on the liver. As well, while there are natural nail fungus treatments, not all are organic. Organic is a simple way of saying that the ingredients were grown free from the use of toxic pesticides, insecticides and fertilizers. While treating fungus requires relatively small applications of a treatment, the key issue is the quantity delivered over time, so that especially with a weakened immune system - toxins can present a health risk. This comes down to what is safe for you? Is a 95% rate of no side effects good enough? Is 99% or even 99.9%?
While you should always consult with a physician before beginning any kind of medical treatment, the more informed you are, the better. Your options for getting rid of nail fungus include surgery, in which the entire nail will most likely need to be removed. Aside from being expensive and possibly not being covered by your insurance, this requires constant post-operative care. A number of oral anti-fungal treatments are available - and as mentioned these typically present some risk to your liver, along with other side effects that can make the "cure worse than the disease."
by: Chad DeBolt
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