What are the external signs of fungus on hands
Some people on the skin are fungi. During normal operation of the immune system, these fungi did not manifest itself. But if the immune system for some reason weakened, they can start to multiply rapidly, while a person will manifest signs of the disease. This disease causes not only physical discomfort, but also moral.
Early in the disease some people are not even aware that they have a fungal infection. They feel dry skin, itching, peeling; can see that the nail plate is modified, for example, has changed color or structure, have become skinny. Sometimes people attribute these characteristics to the lack of vitamins, fatigue or other objective reasons. Thus, they miss the time when the disease can be overcome fairly quickly and easily, because growing Horny mass aggravate the treatment.
With the development of fungal diseases of the nails become brittle, darken, delaminate, and on the skin begin to occur a little watery bubbles. Gradually the itching intensifies, at times becoming intolerable. The skin may be covered with cracks, blisters. The itch of fungal disease increases after washing the hands or showering.
In the most severe cases, there are festering sores that produce a bad smell. At this stage the fungal infection has already spread throughout the body, and the man required prolonged complex treatment.
How to treat fungus on hands
After examination, the dermatologist must choose the most suitable antifungal agents. You should immediately tune into the fact that in advanced disease a rapid recovery will be. And certainly don't believe advertising that promises instant cure another "miracle" ointment.
There are many reliable and proven antifungal agents commonly used in the form of ointments or capsules. It is drugs such as "Mycomax", "terbinafine", "Mikazaru", "Nizoral", etc. the Duration of treatment and frequency of medication is determined by the attending dermatologist.
It is also necessary to take measures to strengthen the immune system – tempering procedures, streamlining the day and rest, taking vitamin complexes and Immunostimulants, i.e. drugs based on ginseng, Siberian ginseng, schisandra. You should lead a healthy lifestyle, sleep at least 8 hours a day.