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Seeking Help for Persistent Fungal Nail Infection
General Medicine
Consultation #49221
157 days ago
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Seeking Help for Persistent Fungal Nail Infection - #49221

Client_abd359
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I have persistent fungal nail on all fingers and 3 toes. I have tried many treatments over the past couple of years however its still present. Can you recommend anything? I live in the Uk.

How long have you been experiencing this fungal nail infection?:

- More than 1 year

What treatments have you previously tried?:

- Oral antifungals

Have you noticed any specific triggers that worsen your condition?:

- No specific triggers
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Doctors' responses

Dr. Sara Garg
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
157 days ago
5

Hlo, Diagnosis: Kukkuṭaka / Chronic Nail Fungal Infection Duration: >1 year Internal Medicines: 1) Nagaradi Kashayam 15 ml decoction twice daily after food for 3 months 2) Khadirarishta: 2 tsp twice daily after meals for 2–3 months 3) gandhak rasyan 2 tab twice daily after meal 4) Triphala Churna: ½ tsp at night with warm water for 2 months - External Applications: Apply Khadir oil / Mahatiktaka Ghrita on nails after cleaning, once daily at night for 3–4months Optional: Neem oil or turmeric paste on nails 3–4 times weekly - Advice- Regular nail trimming/debridement to remove thickened nail Mild local steam before oil application to improve absorption Gentle oil massage around nails - Lifestyle & Dietary Advice: Keep nails and feet clean and dry; change socks daily Avoid excessive sugar, fried, and junk foods Include immune-supporting foods like turmeric, garlic, and bitter greens - Follow-up: Monthly review for nail growth and response Treatment may continue 6 months until new nails grow healthy Tq

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Khadirarishta - Dhootapapeshwar
Kottakkal Gandhaka Rasayanam (14)
Kottakkal Mahatiktaka Ghritam
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Dr. Ravi Chandra Rushi
Master of Surgery in Ayurveda
157 days ago
5

Apply daily Neem oil → 2–3 drops on each nail Massage gently, keep nails dry Soak 2–3 times/week Warm water + Himalayan salt Add few drops of Neem oil Soak 10–15 min → dry well

Giloy powder – 1 tsp with warm water once daily Can take Mahamanjishtadi Kwath / Kaishore Guggulu 1tab bd AF Gandhak rasayana 1tab bd AF Lifestyle Keep hands & feet dry Wear cotton socks Avoid sugar, bakery, damp foods Don’t share nail clippers or towels

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Kaishore Guggulu - Baidyanath
Lalas Neem Oil
Danil Oil - Charak
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