
Stay away from fungal
skin infections this Monsoon by using Homoeopathy:
Monsoons are such a relief but along with a respite from the scorching summer
heat and irritating water logging, an unwelcomed guest the rain brings with it
is
various health hazards like digestive and skin infections. Get healthy and stay
healthy using the goodness and power of Homeopathy, a holistic healing science
that treats you and not just your disease by boosting your immunity. With your
defenses strong, you can rejoice in the rains without being
concerned about diseases at the back of your mind. So, you don’t
need to stop
yourself from walking or playing football in the rain.
Other Factors Contributing To Skin Infections during Monsoon
Fungal infections are more common in the monsoon. This is because most fungi
thrive in hot and humid climates and monsoon provides them the perfect
environment. Additionally, 5 other factors that contribute to skin infections
during monsoon are:
1. Not maintaining proper hygiene
2. Using shoes and socks made of non-breathable synthetic material
3. Wearing tight synthetic clothes that do not allow the skin to breathe or
sweat
to evaporate
4. Exposing their hands and feet constantly to contaminated water
5. Obesity, Diabetes or other Immuno-compromised conditions
Common Fungal Infections
to Watch Out For During The Monsoon:
1. Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection of the skin, appearing as a
circular or ring-shaped rash. It usually begins as a small, itchy, red or scaly
patch, and can spread to other parts of the body including the scalp.
2. Pityriasis versicolor shows as light coloured or black coloured patches on
arms, chest or back
3. Nail Infections:Nails are at risk and carriers of fungal infections
during the rainy season, due to sweating and the continuous scratching. Nails
can become discoloured, brittle and rough, ultimately detaching from the nail
bed. There might also be red, swollen and itchy skin around the nails.
4. Causes Of Nail Infections:This fungal infection can result from
overexposure to contaminated water, damage to the nail, or scratching sweaty or
infected skin. Any moisture or debris trapped under the nails encourages the
infection to grow. Ingrown nails are also prone to infections
5. Athletes Foot: Athlete's foot is an infection that results in a red,
itchy and moist rash on the feet. It usually starts at the toes and moves on to
other areas of the feet with a burning sensation, cracked skin, blisters and
foul smelling feet.
Common Skin Allergies
During Monsoon Besides fungal infections,one could easily get these skin
allergies too, due to
humidity during the monsoon, such as-
1. Heat Rash:It is a red, pimply eruption that your baby can easily get
in hot and humid weather. This kind of climate may cause your baby to sweat a
lot; causing his/her skin pores to clog. If the sweat is blocked then a heat
rash develops usually on neck, under arms, back and near the edges of diaper
area.
2. Diaper Rash:Quite common in babies, it affects baby's genitals and
skin folds in the thighs and bottom. This rash usually looks red and inflamed.
If not treated in time, it can grow into a fungal or bacterial infection. A
fungal infection starts with red spots that merge to become big red blotches. A
bacterial infection results in oozing yellow patches or pus-filled pimples.
3. Eczema:It can make skin dry, flaky, scaly and itchy. When it flares
up, skin could also get red and cracked. The most affected areas are hands,
face, neck, inner elbows and back of the knees.
4. Scabies:It is an extremely itchy rash, caused by parasitic mites. The
rash looks like red bumps usually found between fingers, on elbows, armpits,
tummy and genitals. You may find inflamed areas filled with small water
blisters.
Tips on Preventing Fungal Infections And Cures
For all the infections mentioned above, unhygienic conditions and humidity are
the biggest culprits and proper hygiene, dryness and letting skin breathe openly
are your saviours. You can follow these suggestions -
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Don't overdress. Loose fitting, light cotton clothes are the best to use in this
season
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Trim your nails to prevent from scratching and spreading the infection
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Keep yourself clean to prevent the build up of sweat, dirt and grime on skin
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Take regular baths and add a few drops of a mild disinfectant or neem oil to
cleanse skin
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Keep dry - especially in the areas where the skin folds
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Keep your surroundings clean
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Keep your feet clean and dry
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Use breathable thin cotton socks, if you must, and change them at least once
a day
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Avoid sharing clothes or towels
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Avoid using commercial swimming pools or public parks during monsoon
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For the problem of excessive sweating, anti-perspirant lotions can be used
once the skin heals
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Ensure properly hydrated by taking a lot of fresh juices and water
Home Remedies To Provide Relief From Itchy Skin
You can try these 5 home remedies on infected areas of skin. Wash them off once
they dry -
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Honey, besan and milk paste
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Multani mitti paste
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Besan ubtan - make a pack by
mixing curd, mustard oil and a pinch of turmeric
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Chandan gulabjal paste– a cooling pack made with sandalwood powder and rose water
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Neem leaf paste
HOMEOPATHIC TREATMENT FOR FUNGAL INFECTIONS
Homeopathy offers a very beneficial and effective mode of treatment that
boosts the body’s healing processes to fight and eradicate fungal infection.
Unlike conventional treatment, the natural Homeopathic remedies do not suppress
fungal infection; these rather work to root out the underlying cause of fungal
infections. The Homeopathic treatment, thus, provides a permanent cure by
uprooting the cause of the infection.
Best homeopathic medicines for fungal infection on
skin:
The top Homeopathic medicines for fungal infection on the skin are Thuja,
Tellurinum and Sepia. Thuja is the best Homeopathic remedy for fungal infection
on the skin with violent itching. It is also of great help when the itching
worsens after a cold water bath. Tellurium is a very beneficial natural
Homeopathic medicine for ring-shaped fungal infection lesions. Sepia is the best
Homeopathic medicine for fungal infection of the skin in isolated spots.
Best homeopathic medicines for fungal infection on
feet (athlete’s foot):
The top Homeopathic medicines for fungal infection on the feet (Athlete’s
Foot) are Petroleum and Silicea. True to its name, Petroleum is a natural
Homeopathic remedy that can drive fungal infection of the foot away, especially
when accompanied by an offensive sweat. It is the best medicine when deep cracks
appear between the toes with intense itching and burning of skin. Homeopathic
medicine Silicea is of great help in treating Athlete’s Foot with painful and
foul-smelling ulcers on the feet. Crippled and brittle nails afflicted with
fungal infection on the foot are also best treated with Silicea.
Top homeopathic medicines for fungal infection in
groin, genitals or thigh (jock itch):
The best natural Homeopathic medicines for fungal infection in the groin,
genitals or the thigh region are Graphites and Sepia. Graphites is a Homeopathic
medicine of great help in treating Jock Itch. Fungal infection around the vulva
is also best treated with Graphites. It is also the top Homeopathic remedy for
treating recurrent episodes of Jock Itch.
Homeopathic medicine Sepia, on the other hand, is the best remedy for
fungal infection when even scratching provides no relief from itching in the
groin and genitals.
Best homeopathic remedies for fungal infection in
nails:
The top natural Homeopathic medicines for fungal infection in the nails
are Antimonium Crudum and Graphites. Antimonium Crudum is the best Homeopathic
remedy for discolored nails, growing out of shape. The skin beneath the nails is
painfully sensitive. Graphites is a very beneficial Homeopathic medicine when
fungal infection results in nails getting thick and crippled, with severe pain
and soreness.
Top homeopathic medicines for fungal infection of
scalp:
The best natural Homeopathic medicines for fungal infection of the scalp
are Thuja and Kali Sulphuricum. Thuja is a Homeopathic remedy of great help for
treating fungal infection on the scalp. It works best when the scalp is very
sensitive to touch with intense itching, and scratching does not provide relief.
Kali Sulphuricum is the top Homeopathic remedy for fungal infection that
results in bald spots. Scalds on the head with yellow, moist and sticky dandruff
are best treated with natural Homeopathic medicine Kali Sulphuricum.
Best homeopathic medicines for fungal infection in
mouth and genitals:
The top natural Homeopathic remedies for fungal infection caused by
Candida yeast are Borax and Helonias. Borax is of great help for treatment of
white lesions or patches of fungus in the mouth. Thrush with intense itching on
the genitals is best treated with Homeopathic medicine Helonias. The genital
parts get red, hot and swollen with itching, and Helonias is the top natural
remedy.
Keep your skin and smile both blossoming this rainy season. Happy Monsoon!