Onychidystrophy of nails: treatment with medications and folk remedies

Human nails can tell about the state of the human body. It happens that for some reason they lose their healthy appearance.

Why does the disease appear? Causes

Sometimes onychodystrophy of nails occurs. The treatment of this disease depends on the cause of its occurrence. Let's look at them:

1. Nail Injury
2. Past illnesses.
3. Nail fungus leads to deformation and delamination of the nail.
4. Nervous strain and stress.
5. Hormone jumps.
6. Vitamin deficiency.
7. Household chemicals have a negative effect on nails.
8. Some low quality varnishes may cause this problem.

For all of the above reasons, onychodystrophy of the nails may develop. Treatment and diagnosis of this disease have their own characteristics. Note that such a disease damages the nail itself, its bed, sometimes it comes to the roller. Onychidystrophy can occur on all human limbs.

Symptoms of the disease

What to do to a person who is diagnosed with onychodystrophy of nails? What to do if this disease is detected? First, understand the symptoms. And then proceed to therapy.

The structure of the nail is such that for its normal maintenance, oxygen and nutrition must flow to the tissues. In violation of these processes, the nail begins to crack, break. In this case, the plate itself can become thinner, a deformation process occurs. All of the above signs are symptoms of onychodystrophy of the nail.

It should be remembered that when starting this disease, the situation may worsen, and the nail plate will begin to exfoliate from the bed. Therefore, if a person has noticed any signs of deterioration in the condition of the nails, you do not need to tighten, but you should see a doctor. The specialist will conduct the necessary examination and prescribe treatment. As a rule, the cause of this disease lies in other diseases of the body. You should also pay attention to the color of the nails. This indicator may indicate a violation of the metabolic processes of the body.

A very important point is that in no case is it recommended to engage in self-medication. Because improper help can lead to the destruction of the entire nail.

If a patient is diagnosed with “onychodystrophy of the nails”, treatment can take a rather long period of time. The course of nail restoration can be several years.

Recommendations

There are certain recommendations. Thanks to them, treatment will be more effective. So what to do if you have onychodystrophy of nails. Treatment can be started only by knowing the characteristics of the disease.

1. First of all, you should not delay a visit to the doctor if it detects delamination of the nails or changes in their color. The sooner professional assistance is provided to the body, the better. No need to hope that the disease will go away on its own.
2. To make an accurate diagnosis and identify the cause of the disease, as well as to prescribe an effective treatment, the doctor must take a sample of the nail material for research in the laboratory. This analysis can show the presence of any fungus in the body and so on. Doctors who deal with these examinations have the specialization of a dermatologist, mycologist or podologist.
3. As mentioned above, the condition of the nails is a secondary sign. After diagnosis, the root cause that led to the onset of a disease such as onychodystrophy should be identified. There are cases when people do not realize that the experienced emotional shock can affect their health. Also, a bad condition of the nails may be preceded by a disease of the stomach or hormonal failure. Therefore, do not be surprised if the doctor after the examination sends the patient for blood tests or sends to another narrow specialist. In order to bring the nails in good condition, it is necessary to eliminate the cause that contributed to the occurrence of onychodystrophy.
4. The last stage in treatment is the implementation of all appointments of the attending physician. Then the effectiveness of the measures taken will not take long.

An important point in therapy

There is one caveat in the treatment of onychodystrophy. It lies in the fact that during the treatment process there may come a moment when visually it seems that the nails are healthy. Then a person, as a rule, starts treatment and thereby nullifies it. Further, after a certain time, the disease begins to progress again. This is because the disease is not completely cured, and the cause is not eliminated. Therefore, the disease bothers the patient again.

It is recommended to complete the course. If a person sees clear signs of improvement and believes that he has recovered, which means that continuing to take the drugs prescribed for him does not make sense, he needs to coordinate such a decision with the doctor. Perhaps the doctor will draw the patient's attention to the fact that the signs of recovery are superficial. Therefore, a course of prescribed therapy should be completed. Or the doctor will prescribe the necessary tests, based on the results of which, it will be possible to draw a conclusion about the state of the body.

Action plan

What to do to the one who discovered this obstruction?

1. First of all, the reason that caused this condition of the nails should be eliminated. It can be hormonal jumps, nervous shock or gastritis.
2. Also, the doctor prescribes treatment related to the nutrition of the nail.

And what drug methods are needed to treat onychodystrophy?

1. Special medications are prescribed.
2. Vitamins and minerals.
3. Medical manicure and pedicure depending on the deformation of the nails.
4. It is necessary to massage the hands and feet. These procedures will increase blood flow to the nails. This will ensure their best condition.
   
5. Baths, lotions, wrapping hands and feet.
6. Special ointments and creams are prescribed to ensure the nutrition of nails and their restoration.
7. Physiotherapeutic procedures are prescribed.

There are cases when the treatment of onychodystrophy of nails on the hands is possible only by a surgical method. Since the disease is in an extremely advanced stage.

Onychidystrophy of nails. Treatment, drugs

There is a list of drugs that are prescribed for this disease.

1. Pencil "Peclavus". It has a regenerative effect.
2. Special keratolytic plasters. These include Mikoskor and Onihoplast.
3. Salt baths for arms and legs. In them, you can add other means to strengthen the nails, such as herbs.
   
4. Special oils with warming and regenerating effects.
5. Fukortsin.
6. Such tablets as Medobiotin, Volait and others.
7. Special ointments containing corticosteroids. These funds include Flexitol, salicylic-zinc ointment and others.

It should be said that treatment is prescribed strictly individually based on the characteristics of an individual organism. Therefore, you do not need to self-medicate. You should contact a medical institution for qualified assistance.

Onychidystrophy of nails. Treatment, reviews of alternative therapy

Before you start using folk remedies, you should consult your doctor.

One of the common methods of treatment at home is the treatment of nails with iodine. This procedure is carried out twice a day for 14 days.

Gelatin also has a beneficial effect on the repair process of nails. It should be dissolved in a ratio of 1n to 200.

The use of warm wax or paraffin is also useful (applied to the hands and feet).

Oil baths help well. The skin of the hands, the nail itself and the skin around it must be smeared with warmed oil. Then wrap hands with cling film and put on mittens. Wait 15-20 minutes and remove.

Those who have experienced the above methods of therapy have noticed a beneficial effect. Thus, what to choose for those who are diagnosed with "onychodystrophy of the nails": treatment with folk remedies or drug therapy? The best option is to combine them. It is also recommended to carry out these procedures for healthy people - in order to prevent the disease and improve the condition of nails.

Child's problem

What therapy is needed if onychodystrophy of nails is detected in children? The treatment does not have any significant differences from the treatment of adult patients. It is especially important to find out the cause of this disease.

Since in children it is more often the result of any internal disturbances in the body. If the nail is affected by a fungus, it is necessary to determine in which place the child could become infected with it. If the matter is non-compliance with hygiene, then measures must be taken to eliminate this cause. Namely, to explain to the child all the consequences of this disease.

Little conclusion

Now you know what onychodystrophy of nails is. The causes and treatment of the disease are two very important topics that we examined in detail in the article. We hope that the recommendations will help you overcome the disease. Although it is best to consult a doctor who will individually select the treatment for you, prescribe special drugs.