are there any home remedies for toenail fungus?
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['Vicks VapoRub.', 'Snakeroot extract.', 'Tea tree oil.', 'Oregano oil.', 'Olive leaf extract.', 'Ozonized oils.', 'Vinegar.', 'Listerine.']
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You can buy antifungal creams, gels, and nail polish at the store and online without a prescription. You might want to try one of them first if the infection doesn't look bad. Some people also swear by home remedies like menthol rub, tea tree oil, mouthwash, or snakeroot extract -- but studies show mixed results.
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The greatest danger of not treating the foot or toenail fungus is that it can spread to other parts of the body, such as the hands and groin. If for some reason you can't treat your toenails, at least use an antifungal topical cream on the surrounding skin, Dr. Ng says.
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['Garlic: Garlic is often used to treat fungal infections like ringworm. ... ', 'Aloe Vera: Aloe Vera contains a wide range of enzymes, amino acids and trace elements which provide astringent, antiseptic and antifungal properties. ... ', 'Oregano oil: Oregano is one of the most powerful antifungal herbs.']
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You can try using over-the-counter antifungal nail creams and ointments. But for tough cases these treatments aren't very effective. When OTC treatments don't help, your doctor may prescribe an oral antifungal medication such as terbinafine (Lamisil) or itraconazole (Sporanox).
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Options include terbinafine (Lamisil) and itraconazole (Sporanox). These drugs help a new nail grow free of infection, slowly replacing the infected part.
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['Avoid contact with cats, dogs, calves and other animals that may have a fungal infection.', 'Let your feet air out and dry every day – and dry the skin between your toes thoroughly after washing.', 'Wear sandals when walking around the swimming pool and in shared bathrooms.']
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['Try over-the-counter antifungal nail creams and ointments. Several products are available. ... ', 'Trim and thin the nails. This helps reduce pain by reducing pressure on the nails.']
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Naftin, Lamisil, and Loprox creams may also be used for onychomycosis. There have only been small studies done using these. They are typically prescribed for fungal infections on the skin. Urea Cream: The use of urea cream may help dissolve the toenail and any topical medication penetrate the nail.
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Rubbing alcohol can be effective in killing the fungus that causes toenail infections and athlete's foot. However, it will usually only eliminate surface-level bacteria in the earliest stages of an infection. If some fungus remains in and around the toenail, an infection can recur.
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['Apple cider vinegar (1:3 ratio) diluted in warm water (2:3 ratio) foot soak 10-15mins followed by a new salt water foot soak 10-15mins. ... ', 'Tea tree oil diluted in water and apply cotton the toenail daily.']
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The best treatment for a fungal nail infection is usually prescription antifungal pills taken by mouth. In severe cases, a doctor might remove the nail completely. It can take several months to a year for the infection to go away.
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According to Hadley, coconut oil can be an effective treatment if you have a nail fungus on your hands or toes. “Massage the oil gently on the affected nail area once it's been thoroughly cleaned and dried. Repeating this twice a day is the most sufficient method until the fungus goes away,” Hadley says.
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With treatment, many people can get rid of nail fungus. Even when the fungus clears, your nail(s) may look unhealthy until the infected nail grows out. A fingernail grows out in 4 to 6 months and a toenail in 12 to 18 months.
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A pharmacist can help with fungal nail infections They may suggest: antifungal nail cream – it can take up to 12 months to cure the infection and does not always work. nail-softening cream – used for 2 weeks to soften the nail so the infection can be scraped off.
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Add five drops of tea tree oil to a half-ounce of carrier oil, mix them, stir into a bucket of warm water, and soak your feet for 20 minutes. Keep your nails neat and nicely trimmed during the healing process. Use clean nail clippers, scissors, or a nail file to remove any dead nails.
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['Olive Leaf Extract. By now, you know that olive leaf is one of the most versatile plants there is. ... ', 'Vinegar. There is evidence that vinegar also contains antifungal properties. ... ', 'Tea Tree Oil Foot Soak. Tea tree oil is a natural treatment method for fungal nails. ... ', 'Garlic. ... ', 'CBD Oil. ... ', 'Baking Soda. ... ', 'Cornmeal. ... ', 'Oregano Oil.']