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A member asked:
Can i use a small amount of boric acid and plenty of water to create a soak to fight foot fungus? is it safe? no open wounds just badly damaged nails.
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Boric Acid: Is felt to very toxic and is absorbed through the skin. It is unlikely to improve your nails. Topical creams may help any open lesions. Lamisil (terbinafine) by mouth helps nail fungus. Sometimes coating nails with Vaseline or Vicks vapor rub may be worth a try. All the best!
Answered 11/26/2014
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No: There r FDA approved treatment for toenail fungus and skin conditions... They will prove to be better than a boric acid soak...
Answered 9/22/2014
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Unlikely to help: Such a solution is unlikely to help your fungus infection.
Answered 10/31/2014
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