Prophylaxis
To prevent infection with nail fungus during pregnancy, you can of course avoid swimming pools or similar places. If available, at least the foot disinfection facility should be used after swimming. Generally one should pay attention to dry the feet also after showering, to make it more difficult for the fungus to multiply.
Also too warm shoes and thus sweaty feet, can promote the development of nail fungus. Synthetic socks can have the same negative effect. If a nail is already affected by nail fungus, it is important to use different care instruments for it than for the healthy ones, or to clean them thoroughly.
Disposable nail arrows, for example, are recommended for this purpose. Used towels and socks should be washed at 60° to kill the fungi. Also a professional foot care can contribute to a faster healing and prophylaxis.
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