Would You Like To Learn Which Homeopathic Remedy Is Best For Toenail Fungus? Or Which Homeopathic Remedies Work For Athlete’s Foot?
Fungal nail infections, also known as “onychomycosis” or tinea unguium are very common. For those of us who paint our toenails, summer is a blessing because we can disguise the ugly sight!
They are caused by the overgrowth of fungi that live in our skin. The infection causes:
- thickened nails
- yellow discolouration of the nail
- crumbling nails
- unsightly and painful nails
- On rare occasions, they may become infected.
A topical application of apple cider vinegar is one of the best treatments to support the action of homeopathic remedies.
A cotton wool bud dipped in apple cider vinegar taped to the nail and left overnight will help to kill the fungus and stop it from spreading to other nails, if repeated for a few weeks. Vinegar can burn the skin, so dilute it, test a small area first, stop if it stings or the skin breaks, and do not use it on children or if you have diabetes.
Homeopathic treatment with a remedy for toenail fungus infections can be lengthy as the nail growth is very slow, it can take a year and a half for a toenail to regrow completely! So the homeopathic remedies and any natural applications must be done for a few months.
Pharmacists sell antifungal nail paints, and a doctor can prescribe antifungal tablets if these do not work. Please see your doctor if you have diabetes or a weakened immune system, if the infection spreads to other nails, or if treatment has not worked: in the US, call your doctor, or in the UK, see your GP.
The protocol I use most for this problem is the Banerji protocol for fungal nail infections.
Nails grow slowly, so give it time.
BANERJI PROTOCOL TIP
For fungal toenail infections, the Banerjis use Graphites 200 one dose every 3rd day for several months.
OTHER REMEDIES FOR FUNGAL INFECTIONS OF THE TOES-ATHLETE’S FOOT
ATHLETE’S FOOT also called “Tinea Pedis”, is a fungal infection that affects mainly the skin between the toes. It can spread to the sole of the feet and the toenails.
The itchy and sore skin is the most bothering symptom and can really be a nuisance. Athletes’ foot is contagious; if left untreated, they will infect other parts of the foot and the nail.
Symptoms include
- red, itchy and sore skin
- skin that peels
- raw and cracked patches.
HOMEOPATHIC REMEDY FOR FUNGUS INFECTIONS-GRAPHITES 200
GRAPHITES 200 used two times per week is a very good start for any fungal skin infection according to the Banerjis.
SILICA 200 twice weekly for a few months is one of the top remedies for people who tend to develop skin fungal infections on the foot due to excessive sweating. These people tend to have quite sweaty and smelly feet by nature and the sweat tends to favour the wet and humid environment for the fungus to grow and reproduce. The area affected, tends to be very itchy.
THUJA 30C twice daily is a remedy I sometimes use for fungal infections. The skin is very itchy but it gets worse after scratching. Cold bathing of the foot makes the skin itch more. The itching may be associated with a burning sensation.
Remember! apple cider vinegar topical applications to the affected area are very good for complementing the action of the remedies and stop the infection from spreading.
Some people also use tea tree oil, well diluted; it can irritate the skin or cause an allergic rash, so test a small area first, stop if the skin reacts, and never swallow it.
For other skin issues, have a look at my skin blog! Lots of homeopathic remedies for everyday skin problems.
