How to Treat Onychomycosis (Nail fungus) Fast?

A Brief About the Disease

Onychomycosis, we all have experienced it at least once in our lives and the Ayurvedic Treatment of Onychomycosis involves the use of herbal medications, diet and lifestyle modifications, let’s get to know one by one but first, a brief about the disease, what do you say?

Onychomycosis is also commonly known as Toenail fungus which is a very common fungal infection that affects our toenails. You can see yellow or white discolouration of nails which later become fragile and cracked. This can be due to many reasons, but there is no particular reason behind it. Some say it is due to the change in season and some say it is due to accumulation of fungus when the area is damp. Well see what might be the exact reasons for chronic toenail fungal infections, keep reading!

Types of Onychomycosis

As per NIH, there are 5 types of Onychomycosis based on their symptoms and route of invasion. They are:

Distal Subungual Onychomycosis.
Proximal Subungual Onychomycosis.
White Superficial Onychomycosis.
Candida Infections of the Nail.
Total Dystrophic Onychomycosis.

And the Treatment of Nail fungus may vary from type to type and also the severity of the condition.

Onychomycosis – As Per Ayurveda

Ayurveda describes Onychomycosis as “Kunakha,” and this Nail Fungal Infection can be caused due to tri dosha imbalance and ayurveda also says that it can be commonly seen in people who are involved more in household chores where they always come in contact with water which causes damp nails. Ayurveda further states in its scriptures that nails are formed from bones, so if your bones are healthy, your nails can also be healthy. Ayurveda thoroughly focuses on the root cause of the disease and hence ayurvedic medications first heal the imbalanced doshas and later focus on the Treatment of Nail fungus.

Causes of Onychomycosis

The most common causes of Onychomycosis are:-

Fungi, many can be the causes but the most common one can be dermatophytes.
Excess sweating
History of other foot fungal infections like Athlete’s foot.
Walking barefoot.
Previous injury to the nails.
Medical history of fungal and other infections.

Causes of Onychomycosis – As Per Ayurveda

The following can be the common causes of Onychomycosis:-

Rakta Dhatu and vitiated pitta dosha.
Damage to asthi dhatu (bone tissue).
Chronic stomach issues.
Weak immunity.
Frequent exposure to fungal infections.
Presence of other fungal diseases.
Unhygienic skin care practices.
Frequent use of chemical products.
Presence of other health morbidities like diabetes, psoriasis and cardiac problems.
Frequent use of artificial and chemical-induced nail paints.
Nail injury becomes the abode of many microorganisms.
Lack of proper nutritious foods.

Sometimes the Treatment of Nail fungus depends on the cause of the disease.

Symptoms of Onychomycosis – As Per Ayurveda

As we’ve mentioned before, Ayurveda explains nail fungus as Kanukha and the following can be the symptoms as mentioned in Ayurvedic scriptures:-

Blackish nails
Brownish and yellowish discolouration in some.
Nails become dry and rough.
Nails become brittle and hence prone to breaks.
Easily breakable nails can be observed.
Thickened nails that are hard to trim.
A slightly foul smell.
Usually painless in the beginning but could worsen if not treated early and unable to walk sometimes.
The nail may start to curl up or loose from the nail bed.

Ayurvedic Treatment of Onychomycosis

Ayurveda recommends various herbs such as Changeri, Guduchi, Amalaki, Neem, Triphala, Khadira, Manjistha, etc. and classical herbal remedies such as Gandhak Rasayan, Mahamanjishthadi Kshayam, Arogyavardhini Vati, Chandrakala Lepa, etc. to treat Onychomycosis naturally.

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Note:- It is always advised that before using any ayurvedic medication you must consult with an ayurvedic physician.

Diet in Onychomycosis

Ayurveda suggests a well-balanced diet that is rich in vitamins, minerals and nutrients which would help to fulfil the deficiency of calcium if any. Make sure to include more calcium-rich foods in your diet.

Sesame seeds
Almonds
Figs
Spinach
Turmeric
Coconut milk
Walnuts
Kale
Chard
Asparagus
No carbonated drinks and avoid coffee, and tea as they may cause loss of bone tissue.
A big NO to alcohol consumption and smoking.

Lifestyle Modifications to Get Rid of and Also to Prevent Onychomycosis

Avoid staying indoors for a long time
It’s better to get sunshine and sufficient vitamin D as it’s good for bone health.
Avoid contact with chemicals that could worsen your condition.
Avoid applying nail paints and artificial nails that would further affect your condition.
Maintain a good hygiene skincare routine that would keep your fingernails and toenails clean.
It’s better if you can stop doing chores that would allow your nails to get dampened for some days.
Always keep nails clean and dry free from dust, bacteria, fungus and other dirt.
If you find one of your toenails got infected, separate it from other nails by tying a bandage to the finger as there are chances of getting contagious to other nails too.
Disinfect shoes and change socks regularly.
Trim nails frequently as longer nails can accumulate more dirt.
Wear breathable shoes.
Protect yourself from the cold and rainy climate.
Avoid a sedentary lifestyle.

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FAQs

Q1) What is the Best Treatment for Onychomycosis?

Ans. Ayurvedic antifungal cream which is devoid of any harsh chemicals, and infused with skin wellness herbs can be the best treatment for Onychomycosis. Ayurvedic antifungal creams won’t damage the skin barrier and are effective at the same time.

Q2) How Do You Treat Onychomycosis Fast?

Ans. Although antifungal medications work the best but will take time to get the medication to be dispersed and reach the target site Natural antifungal remedies can kill the nail fungus naturally, for example, tea tree oil, aloe vera, and neem have antimicrobial properties when applied externally can provide instant and quick relief from the pain and infection.

Q3) What is the Best Ointment for Onychomycosis?

Ans. IAFA AF-7 Cream is the best ayurvedic ointment/cream available in the market that would give you visible results. IAFA AF-7 Cream is made of anti-fungal herbs like Daru Haridra, Nimbalkar, Sirisha, Tulsi, Moringa, and Chakramarda blended finely with coconut oil. So IAFA AF-7 cream provides you with the best results for onychomycosis.

Q4) Can Onychomycosis Be Cured?

Ans. Yes, Onychomycosis can be cured with Ayurveda. Ayurveda provides herbs and herbal medications that eliminate the root cause of the disease and provide quick relief from onychomycosis. Ayurveda cures Onychomycosis within a limited time with diet and lifestyle modifications adding up to herbal medications.

Q5) What Kills Nail Fungus the Fastest?

Ans. Nail fungus can be killed fastly by applying certain natural antifungal ingredients like neem, turmeric. These home remedies can provide instant and quick relief but not permanent cure, for a better cure of the disease you need to include herbal medications and follow a prescribed diet and make lifestyle changes.

Q6) What is the First-Line Treatment for Onychomycosis?

Ans. Antifungal cream/ointment is the first-line treatment for Onychomycosis. Be aware of the harsh chemicals that are present in these creams which can permanently damage the skin barrier present around your nail, instead, we would suggest you opt for ayurvedic antifungal creams that are safe and effective.

Q7) How Do You Fix Onychomycosis at Home?

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A Quick Wrap Up

Onychomycosis also known as Toenail fungus is the most common fungal infection that can be seen in people who perform more household chores and come in contact with artificial chemicals that trigger the nail infection.

Ayurveda explains onychomycosis as Kanukha and has mentioned that imbalance in tridoshas can be the reason for the occurrence of the infection. The symptoms and worsening of the condition depend on the individual but the most common symptoms can be yellowish or blackish discoloration of nails, slightly foul smell, and thickening of nails. Many fungi can cause Toenail fungus but the most common one can be Dermatophytes. Ayurveda offers the best solution for the treatment of Onychomycosis by eliminating the root cause of the disease.

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