You can count a considerable number of ailments in which deformation of the nail plates is observed. It’s easy enough to get rid of some of them, but not quite others. One of these problems is the detachment of the nails on the big toes. This unpleasant pathology can not only seriously scare a person, but also adversely affect the general state of health.
Features of the pathology
So, onycholysis (exfoliation of the nail plate) is a pathological change in the keratinized part of the thumb, in which it separates from the skin. It may be partial or complete. In this case, a void appears under the nail, in which harmful bacteria can multiply.
The disease develops quickly enough. For example, in half a year the nail may peel off completely. Despite the fact that the thumb is the first to be affected , the disease spreads over time. Refusal of treatment can provoke a complete loss of the nail plate, and without the possibility of recovery.
Most often, detachment of nails on the big toes is diagnosed in men who do not always monitor the health of the legs. Naturally, pathology must be treated. However, first it is necessary to establish the factors that provoked it.
Development reasons
If the nail on the big toe exfoliates, the reasons may be as follows:
• Circulatory problems in the lower extremities.
• Allergic reaction.
• Fungal infection of the legs.
• Some chronic pathologies.
• Eczema or psoriasis.
• Acquired or hereditary diseases that are somatic in nature (and in the acute phase).
• Traumatic finger damage.
• Infectious damage to the finger, in the treatment of which the wrong methods were used.
• Abnormal nail growth.
• Use uncomfortable shoes.
• Taking certain medications or chemicals.
Peeling of the nail on the big toe (the causes of the development of the pathological process can be established only after diagnosis) is a serious problem. You can not hesitate with the treatment of pathology.
Symptomatology
So, the presented disease has such signs:
1. Under the nail appears a cavity in which air accumulates.
2. The part of the plate that has moved away becomes yellow, blue or acquires a brown tint.
3. First, only the edge of the nail is separated, and then the process covers the entire keratinized layer.
It should be noted that in the early stages of development, the disease is not accompanied by pain. However, if an infection enters the air cavity, significant discomfort may appear: ulcers develop, pus is released, bleeding occurs.
Diagnostic Features
Peeling of the nails on the big toes must be treated, otherwise the consequences can be extremely unpleasant. However, first you need to find out the cause of the development of pathology.
Diagnosis of the disease is not particularly difficult. If there was a finger injury, then the patient should tell about it. In addition, the doctor externally examines the detached plate. If necessary, bacteriological culture is carried out to determine the microflora in the void.
Features of proper nutrition
Do you want your nails to be strong and healthy? Then eat fully. The following rules must be observed:
• So that the body has a sufficient amount of iron, you can drink a decoction of sorrel, burdock or dandelion flowers.
• Silicon deficiency can be filled with bananas, salt, parsley and lettuce.
• If you are deficient in magnesium, you should consume milk and meat.
• In order for the body to receive a sufficient amount of calcium, it is necessary to eat nuts, cabbage, cheese, seaweed, vegetable oil. It is advisable to use animal calcium, as it is easier to absorb. You can get it by grinding egg shells.
Features of traditional treatment
If detachment of the toe begins, the treatment will be as follows:
1. If the plate leaves due to a fungal infection, then for the purpose of therapy, Bifonazole and Exoderil preparations are used. Moreover, these funds are not only topical - some of them are sold in tablets for oral administration. Combined treatment from within and without will be more effective. Fairly good medicine is Fucorcin. With this tool, you can lubricate your nails up to 4 times a day. Then, 3-5% oxytetracycline ointment is applied to the plates.
2. Infectious and fungal pathologies can be treated using a laser.
3. If the nail has peeled off completely, its surgical removal is indicated. In order for the stratum corneum to recover more quickly, it is recommended to use a gelatin solution. You will have to drink it at least 5 times a day, and the therapy itself lasts 3 months.
In order to prevent the further spread of pathology, you need to cut your nails briefly once a week, try not to use cosmetic varnishes for pedicures. In addition, you should change socks daily and use antiseptic agents (if there are no contraindications).
The use of folk remedies
If the toenails move away from the skin, treatment can be carried out not only with the help of medications. Folk recipes will also be useful:
• Olive or sea buckthorn oil has a good effect. It should simply be rubbed into the nail plates every night before going to bed.
• Warm baths with sea salt not only strengthen nails, but also disinfect the resulting cavity. However, it should be borne in mind that the salt should be without impurities. The procedure should be performed 2 times a day for 90 days.
• Peeling of nails on the big toes can be treated with the help of baths with the addition of decoctions of herbs. For cooking, take a large spoonful of pre-chopped pine needles and chamomile. The mixture is steamed with boiling water, and then diluted with strong green tea (half). Next, you need to lower your toes into this liquid for half an hour.
• Gelatin baths. Dissolve half a teaspoon of gelatin in a glass of water and let it brew for half an hour. In order for the raw materials to completely dissolve, the liquid can be slightly warmed up. Next, lower the nails into the prepared mixture for 15 minutes. The procedure is repeated three times a week.
• It helps to eliminate apple vinegar onycholysis. It is necessary to mix it in equal amounts with water and use it as a bath. Leave your feet in such a mixture for 20 minutes, and the procedure is repeated twice a day.
In any case, before applying the funds presented, you need to consult a doctor.
Pathology Prevention
Many patients turn to doctors with the question: "The toenail has come off: what to do?" Naturally, such a disease needs to be treated. But it can be prevented by observing the following preventive measures:
1. It is better to buy comfortable shoes that are made of natural material.
2. Socks should always be clean, and synthetic materials should not be used. It is better to give preference to cotton or linen products.
3. If your feet get wet, they should be wiped and dried as soon as possible.
4. If the finger was injured, it must be immediately bandaged and consult a doctor.
5. When working with heavy objects, you must wear appropriate shoes: with a steel toe. This will protect against personal injury.
6. If symptoms of a fungal or bacterial infection have been noticed, you should urgently consult a doctor, otherwise the whole family may suffer.
7. It is impossible for a toe of shoes to press on toes.
8. After visiting public institutions for bathing or washing, it is necessary to wash your feet well with an antibacterial soap and treat your feet with an antiseptic.
These simple rules will help to maintain the health of nails and the whole organism. Be healthy!