The world of bacteria, mold, fungi and viruses can be bewildering to the common lay person when he or she is currently dealing with toe nail fungus. This world kind of "stays away" from our lives for the most part. But when these organisms force us to feel their presence we have no choice but to try to understand and deal with them. In this article, we will attempt to recognize toe nail fungus.
Mycosis is any disease caused by a fungus. The fungi that develop in the nails is diagnosed as Onychomycosis (OM). But the organisms that reside on the nail or under the nail bed (whether fingernails or toe nails) are referred to as Tinea Unguium. If the fungi were on the foot, it is called Tinea Pedis. If in the groin area (as jock itch), the name would be Tinea Cruris. If on the scalp, Tinea Capitis. And finally, if anywhere else on the body, they are called Tinea Corporis. This tinea family make up the Dermatophyte group of fungi (or the ringworm fungi); "Derm" is a term for skin. So, this family of fungi occur on the skin, or surface, of our bodies.
Nail Treatment
It is important to get a proper diagnosis to be sure you are dealing with Dermatophytes rather than eczema, psoriasis, or contact dermatitis.
Fungi in the nail bed can develop when the nails are exposed to warm, dark, moist environments. Onychomycosis, when present in the nails, can further be subdivided into various forms:
DSO (Distal subungual onychomycosis). The fungi, in this case, develop between the tip of the toe and the nail tip or at the skin folds at the sides of the nails.
WSO (white superficial onychomycosis). This fungus occurs on the surface of the nail and is usually more easily treatable. The nail tends to turn white and crumbly in spots or all over the nail surface.
PSO (proximal subungul onychomycosis). This type of fungi is the least common of the nail fungi. It develops close to the cuticle, and from there progresses into a plaque that collects in the nail bed; or in the underside of the nail. This progression, left untreated, may ultimately shed the nail entirely, and may discolor the nail in a more advanced state.
Whatever form the fungi take on the nail, it is more than a cosmetic embarrassment. Left untreated, OM can thrive and infiltrate to the point of causing pain and irritation and prevent painless walking or running. In those with depressed immune systems, the infection can cause more severe damage and medical concern in the form of possible loss of limb.
Treatment can take the form of: topical creams and ointments bought over the counter. Since they are typically ineffective for tinea uguium, oral medications are recommended, which are stronger and faster. These include Griseofulvin (Grispeg, Fulvicin), Lamisil (Terbinafine), Sporanox (Itraconazole), and Diflucan (Fluconazole). Although purported to be very effective, they can cause a host of side effects, like congestive heart failure, liver and kidney damage, vomiting, and diarrhea. They can be quite costly to do the treatment (0-00), and insurance may not cover the treatment because they may diagnose OM as a cosmetic procedure and not an invading infection.
There is another alternative, and it lies in the realm of home or natural remedies. There are many naturally occurring anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, and anti-viral substances that can effectively and painlessly accomplish in an economical fashion what some of the pharmaceuticals might, without heath and money consequences. So before taking the prescription medication route, it behooves us to consider other, "alternative" options that physicians may not be willing to give.
Take care.
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