31/03/2015

Prevent nail fungus

Prevent nail fungus

To help prevent nail fungus as well as increase the effects of nail fungus treatment and reduce recurrent infections, the hand of good practice and foot hygiene by following these steps:
  • Keep nails short, dry and clean. Cut nails straight and file down thickened areas. Thoroughly dry your hands and feet, including between the toes, after bathing.
  • Wear appropriate socks. Synthetic socks that wick away moisture may keep your feet dryer than do cotton or wool socks (you can also wear synthetic socks underneath other socks). Change them often, especially if your feet sweat excessively. Take your shoes from time to time during the day and after exercise. Alternate closed shoes with open-toed shoes.
  • Using a spray or antifungal powder. Spray or sprinkle your feet and the inside of your shoes.
  • Wear rubber gloves. This protects your hands from overexposure to water. Between uses, turn the rubber gloves inside out to dry.
  • Do not cut or pick at the skin around the nails. This may give germs access to your skin and nails.
  • Do not go barefoot in public places. Wear shoes around public pools, showers and locker rooms.
  • Choose a good reputation and a salon manicure pedicure. Make sure the salon sterilizes its instruments. Better yet, bring your own.
  • Give up nail polish and artificial. Although it may be tempting to hide fungal nail infections with a coat of pink enamel enough, this can trap unwanted moisture and worsen the infection.
  • Wash your hands after touching an infected nail. Nail fungus can spread from nail to nail.




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