The fungus of the skin on the legs on the photo and in life seems ugly.It creates many problems not only with appearance, unpleasant smell and constant discomfort, but can cause serious fungal infections that spread far beyond the foot.
What are mushrooms on the legs, fingers, nails look at the photo
The appearance of the fungus is diverse - it depends on the type of pathogen, the characteristics of the skin, the period of limits of the disease, the conditions under which the patient lives, the characteristics of his hygiene diet.The main areas of location of the lesion are the nails, the folds between the fingers and the sole.
Affected nails (onychomycosis) generally have an unpleasant edge of appearance, an unequal edge, increased fragility, because of which they collapse.Often the nails become convex, but this also occurs unevenly.
Interdeed folds are an area where high humidity is almost constantly preserved.They are affected by people who wear uncomfortable or non -corresponding weather shoes.With a constant perspiration secretion, the reproduction of mushrooms is activated and red spots appear, recalling scratches, yellowish crusts, blood injuries with white raid.
The lesion of the sole is characterized by a coat of the skin over the entire surface, magnifying, in layers.At the same time, drawbacks can occur during walking, increased perspiration, which stimulates even more the growth of the fungus.
Types of leg mushrooms
Mycoses (fungal diseases) of the legs manifest varied due to the fact that they are caused by various pathogens.Depending on the type of fungus and the characteristics of the patient's skin, several types of diseases are distinguished.
Rubrophytia is called tr.Mentagrophytesvar- An extremely contagious fungus that lives in wet rooms (public baths, swimming pools).One characteristic is the coat and redness of the skin, swelling of the legs, itching and comb, bleeding occurs easily when they are damaged.
Candidiasis is an infection with a mushroom of the genus Candida, which is the most common pathogenic fungus.The defeat of the folds and the interdressal soles is characteristic.There are serious itching, pain, skin coat.Under exfoliated scales, you can see erosion with a white raid.
Onychomycosis is nail damage, which may have various severities.Skin lesion, less deep than rubrophytia, is called epidermophytia.It is characterized by an unexpressed swelling, but a notable takeoff of the skin.
Development steps
Whatever the type of pathogen, the fungus takes place in its development several stages:
| The initial step | Pathology is similar to the leg stratified - itching, drought and peeling of the skin, small cracks appear, swelling is possible. |
| The intermediate scene | Active exfoliation of large layers of the skin, the appearance of spots of various shades, severe swelling, itching and maceration (comb) on the skin. |
| Severe step | Deep cracks from which blood can be released, abundant skin exfoliation, the appearance of defects of deep skin and foci of secondary infection. |
The failure lesions take place according to a similar scheme - at the beginning, the edge of the nail plate is affected, then the gray paths appear everywhere on the nail, the nail thickens, becomes brittle, changes color (yellow, white or black).
Symptoms of fungal legs of the legs
The most striking symptom of fungal damage to the foot is serious itching.In the early stages of the disease, it is only present when walking or researching in uncomfortable and "incomplete" shoes in which perspiration is stimulated.So he becomes constant and very strong.The procedure of water or stone pumice can mitigate the condition, but their effect is temporary.
The second shiny symptom is to peel the skin.It is expressed, sometimes reached catastrophic proportions, when large layers of skin are exfoliated.But it can be less pronounced likely - the constant exfoliation of scales, which captures an increasing area of the foot.
Change the shape of the nails with onychomycosis - nails become thick and brittle.The layer under the nails (hyperkeratosis) collapses when the nails are cut.In some cases, it is possible to loosen the nail in the nail bed, in difficult situations - loss.A new nail in its place is developing with hyperkeratosis and "paths", an irregular shape.
The initial step
The fungus of the skin on the legs, whose photo can be seen later, is distinguished by progressive development.Therefore, in the early stages, the disease may manifest itself in any way.The first signs are quite non -specific - itching during prolonged walking, magnification of the skin, the appearance of coats on the soles.The fungus of the nail manifests itself no longer than a fungus of the skin.
Some signs you can suspect the fungus:
- The condition of the skin has worsened after the swimming pool, the sauna, the gym or any other place with high humidity and a large number of visitors;
- The itching intensifies in a wet environment;
- The skin pigmentation has changed - the spots appeared;
- The coat occurs unevenly on the whole foot, concentrating more in the area between the fingers and on the sole;
- Similar symptoms are observed simultaneously among several people who have visited places of infection as possible or live in the same apartment.
Interalz shape
This form is the most unpleasant for the patient.The main location of lesions is the folds between the fingers, most often 3 and 4 from the finger suffer, less often - the fold between 1 and 2. This is associated with the characteristics of the structure of the sole.For the fungus, the conditions of high temperature and humidity are optimal, while the minimum exposure to the air or the mechanical factors which can eliminate the fungus.
These are such conditions that are created in the fold between 3 and 3 fingers - the least mobile of all.
Characteristic symptoms - itching and burn in place of the lesion, the appearance on the skin of lesions resembling friction, with the progression of the disease, they become inflammatory ulcers covered with white coating.Touching them is extremely painful, the symptoms of the disease are improved in hot weather, in uncomfortable shoes and with an increase in humidity.
How the epidermoid-hyperkeratic scene manifests itself
This step is characteristic of diseases that affect the sole.Its most lively symptoms are expressed in skin coat, its excessive keratinization.The soles seem rude, the sensitivity of the skin decreases, touch becomes unpleasant.The scales are exfoliated by large layers, or vice versa, their separation occurs with difficulty, while the skin is possible.
On the feet affected by mushrooms, horns, horns and other pathological phenomena occur more easily.Walking becomes uncomfortable - during a long -term stay in the shoes, itching and pain in the legs are intensifying.
Dyshidrotic stage
It is characterized by a change in perspiration.None of the types of mushrooms can settle in the sweat gland, but indirectly, affecting the epidermis, the inflammatory process disrupts perspiration.
The particularity of this form is the formation of large blisters on the skin, which easily merge with each other.Most often, the disease begins with an inter-backball form and acquires a serious course as progress.
The second feature is abundant sweating and unpleasant smell of the legs.On the plants, there are apocrine sweat glands (thick distinctive), this explains the more clear areas only in open areas, the smell even in healthy people.Due to the fungus, perspiration therefore increases, the smell increases.
Diagnosis of the leg fungus
The fungus of the skin on the legs, whose photo will be given below, has characteristic external manifestations, so the dermatologist begins the diagnostic process by examining the affected limb.This procedure must be carried out exclusively in gloves, because for the doctor, there is a great risk of being infected with the patient.
The information received during the inspection clarifies the history of anamnesis - a visit to places where the fungus, wearing shoes of someone else or living in the same apartment with a sick person can live.
For a more precise diagnosis, a microbiological examination is carried out - a small fragment of the skin, nail or separate from the bubbles is collected in a sterile container, then examined under a microscope.Such an analysis therefore takes time, it is therefore carried out to confirm or adjust the treatment scheme, or in cases where the appearance of the fungus increases doubts.
Effective treatment methods
The main task of treatment is to eliminate pathogen.To do this, various products are used which are applied to the affected skin or taken inside.Treatment is compulsory for all family members to exclude infection.
For the same purpose, the patient must be used to complying with the rules of personal hygiene and caution when you visit public places where you can be infected with a fungus.
In therapy, the fungus should in no case use antibiotics - these drugs cause the death of bacteria and release the living space for mushrooms, thus aggravating the patient's condition.But a good effect is given by products that increase immunity, because the fungus is part of a normal skin microflora.
Good and inexpensive pharmaceuticals
The fungus of the skin on the legs is treated globally.The main thing to do is to eliminate pathogen.
For this, antifungal ointments are used - they are applied directly to the skin and affect the affected area of the foot.In addition, they do not cause systemic side effects, that is to say not absorb in the blood.
The ointment is applied to the skin after washing the legs, the amount of application 3-8 per day, depending on the intensity of the process and the type of ointment.The tool does not need to be washed, but it must be allowed to absorb (5-10 minutes) before putting socks and shoes.
To fight against the fungus of the nails, there are medicinal varnishes.They are colorless and have no smell.The varnish covers the nails with a layer of a medicinal substance which is maintained for a day, is not washed with water, is not washed and does not require update during the day.This allows people who have a tight work schedule or those who are sick on vacation.
To improve the effect of antifungal ointments, it is recommended to treat the skin with local antiseptics - miramistine, boron alcohol and salicylic acid solutions, hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine.
Preparations for internal use
The use of drugs for oral administration is indicated in cases where the disease has acquired severe evolution, in -depth distribution or the patient is unable to treat the legs with antifungal agents with sufficient frequency.In addition, drugs can be prescribed to strengthen immunity.
The fungus of the skin on the legs, which is presented in the photo further in the article, is treated with antifungal pills.They are used in combination with ointments or as an independent tool.What tool is indicated in this case, the doctor decides.
With the development of mushroom complications, hospitalization and introduction of the same intravenous drugs may be necessary.
In complex therapy, anti-inflammatory tablets, drugs to increase immunity and other drug discretion can be prescribed.The purpose of their objective is to increase body resistance to pathogenic influences and improve the efficiency of antifungal treatment.
Popular remedies against the fungus
Popular remedies for the fight against fungi are also based on an anti-inflammatory and disinfectant effect.For the most part, they are foot on foot based on various medicinal costs.Their effectiveness is lower than that of pharmacy medicines, but allows you to improve patient's health.Before using them, it is advisable to consult a doctor so as not to reduce the overall efficiency of treatment.
The fungus of the skin on the legs (the photo below shows how attractive the problem is, if it is not treated) is successfully eliminated by baths with celandin or calendula.To do this, the raw materials of the factory are insisted in boiling water, the resulting mixture is filtered and dissolved in lukewarm water.The bath temperature must be such that the patient is comfortable to lower their legs.
As an additional components, you can add chamomile, burden, plantain and worm wood.
There are also recommendations to use washing powder (anything) as the main therapeutic component of the bath, lubricating the affected areas with BF glue, as well as iodine or vinegar.It should be remembered that folk recipes require caution in traffic so that health is not harmful.
Prevention
To avoid infection with a fungus, several simple rules must be observed:
- Observe the rules of personal hygiene - The legs must be clean and dry, for dry skin, you should use the cream;
- Wear comfortable socks and shoes corresponding to the weather, choose "breathing" materials that create comfortable skin conditions;
- When you visit swimming pools, public baths and other places where you can be infected with a fungus, use slippers for the pool and after returning home to wash your legs;
- Use only your hygienic accessories - towels, pedicure scissors;
- If the fungus is detected, the whole family should be treated, that the symptoms have appeared.
A good result gives hardening and other procedures that strengthen the immune system.This avoids the development of fungal infection during infection.It is important to monitor nutrition - receiving a sufficient quantity of proteins and vitamins supports immunity, and excess candy can stimulate the growth of fungi.
Photos of the fungus of the skin on the legs seem repellants, but this disease can be healed with the right approach.It can be healed fairly quickly (within 1-2 weeks).If the complications have not developed, the patient may undergo a treatment lesson without interrupting work and rest.Hospitalization is only required in the most serious and advanced cases in patients with immunity disorders.