Subungal infection or nail psoriasis

Subungal infection or nail psoriasis

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Homoeopathic remedies for subungual infection

calcarea carb

Charactersitic particulars

it is a good remedy for subungual infection
This remedy is best suited to people who are fair in complexion and fat with relaxed musculature.
It is used in the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and genital tract in women.
People who benefit from this remedy have the following symptoms
Tendency to sweat excessively which results in fungal infections of the skin
Intense itching with burning sensation of the skin which is more prevalent in the morning and while lying in bed Shiny skin with white spots of fungal infection on areas like the wrist, thighs and ankles
Thick white vaginal discharge (resembling milk), especially between monthly periods
Intense itching with burning sensation in the genital region associated with white discharge
Aggravation of symptoms in damp and wet climate. Symptoms improve in dry weather

Modalities

< - damp weather, wet climate

> - dry weather, warm applications

Graphitis

Charactersitic particulars

It is a good medicine for subungual infection
This medicine acts best in people who are short in stature and heavily built.
They are fair in complexion, slow in action, always feel chilly and have a tendency for skin disorders and constipation.
Graphites is used in the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and genital tract.
It is also helpful in the treatment of fungal infection of the oral cavity caused by Candida albicans.
People who benefit from this remedy have the following symptoms
Dry skin that develops cracks and fissures
Intense itching of the infected areas with discharge of sticky fluid leading to burning sensation
Increased itching with warmth and in humid weather

Modalities

< - warm climate, humid weather

> - cold climate

Sepia

Charactersitic particulars

It is also an good medicine for subungual infection
This medicine is best suited to dark-complexioned people who are mild in nature and have firm muscles.
People who benefit from this remedy experience the following symptoms
Fungal infection of the skin (ringworm) that appears every year during spring on different body parts
Ringworm on the face Moist skin folds with severe itching in areas such as the back of the knees and front of elbows
Scratching relieves itching and makes the skin rough, dry and pink in colour

Modalities

< - sweat , evening, laundry work

> - excersice

Mezereum

Charactersitic particulars

It is a good medicine for subungual infection
This medicine works best in people who are calm and do not get disturbed by emotional flareups, anger, hatred, etc. Individuals requiring mezereum are generally hesitant and very sensitive to cold air.
It is useful in the treatment of fungal infections, especially of the skin.
People who benefit from this remedy have the following symptoms
Intense intolerable itching, especially on the back of neck Infected areas become moist and tend to form scabs
Inflammation in the infected area, which is surrounded by small red boils that burn and itch severely
Occasional bacterial infection in the areas affected by fungal growth that leads to the formation of pus underneath the scabs
Increased itching with touch, humid weather, in the evening and at midnight
Amelioration of symptoms in open air

Modalities

< - touch, humid weather, evening, midnight

> - open air

Thuja

Characteristic particulars

It is a good remedy for all skin affections
This remedy acts best in people who have a tendency to suffer from swollen glands.
Arbor vitae is mainly used in the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and genital tract and is especially effective in treating ringworm of the skin.
People who benefit from this remedy have the following symptoms
Ring-shaped infected areas with severe itching and biting sensation
Intense desire to scratch the skin.
Scratching increases itching in the infected area Dry, unhealthy skin even after washing

Modalities

< - night , 3 am to 3 pm , coffee

> - left side

Medorrhinum

Charactersitic particulars

It is a good medicine for subungual infection
Medorrhinum is useful in the treatment of fungal infections of the skin and genital organs in women.
It is also effective in the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases like gonorrhoea.
People who benefit from this remedy experience the following symptoms:
An affinity for fungal infection of the scalp, with formation of sticky and foul-smelling discharge underneath the scabs
Intense itching which is not improved after scratching and gets worse when thinking of it or at night

Modalities

< - thinking of it, scratching

> - warm application