Question
A 72-year-old diabetic patient has discovered that their fingernails and toenails are showing signs of ulcers. What could be the cause, and what medication should be used?
Answer
Onychomycosis is a suppurative infection of the tissue surrounding the nail, characterized by redness, swelling, and pain, which may lead to subungal abscesses. Treatment methods include:
- Applying a mixture of green tea leaves, black sesame seeds, and fine salt to the affected area.
- Mixing powdered rhubarb and cinnamomum cassia with vinegar and applying it to the affected area.