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Treatment for fungus and ingrown toenails
how to cure to fungus and ingrown toenails. my toe nails just hurt so bad , especially on my two big toes.
(27 Sep 2007)
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Alternative therapy for fungus and ingrown toenails
- Clean your toes with an antibacterial lotion and then soak them in warm water. After the nails soften, you can try and cut them with a sterilized cutter but stop immediately if there is pain or if the nail goes deep inside.
- If you have a recurring problem of ingrown toenail, do not grow your nails too long.
Keep them short and straight. While cutting them avoid curving or shaping them too much. - Place some cotton under the toenails so that eventually they grow over the edge of the skin.
- Rub your toenail with either only tea tree oil or a mixture of olive oil and undiluted tea tree oil for at least 2 or 3 times a day.
- Soak your toes in Listerine mouthwash. It acts as an antiseptic and cures the fungus.
- Mix an equal amount of apple cider vinegar and warm water. Soak your feet in it before sleeping at night.
- Dab lavender oil on the toe 2 or 3 times a day. It fights infection and prevents skin irritation.
- Do not wear tight shoes or high heels as it might result in pain. Wear comfortable and protective footwear.
- Have over-the-counter pain relievers like Tylenol or ibuprofen to get relief from pain.
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answered by D D on 25 Jan 2008, 5:24:02
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