Athlete’s Foot

Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection caused by fungi which thrive in the warm, moist areas between the toes, making it cracked, sore, and itchy with peeling areas. The infection can spread from the toes to the bottoms and sides of the feet. It is a contagious skin infection.

Home Remedies

Baking soda paste can be used between toes if the fungus is there. To make this paste, add a few drops of water to one tablespoon of baking soda. Rub it all over the irritated area, rinse off, and powder your feet with corn starch.
Soak feet in a very warm solution of one part of white vinegar to four part of water for 20-30 minutes twice a day.

Do's

Keep feet dry.
Wear socks made from natural fibers and change them at least once a day.
Wear well-ventilated shoes made from natural rather than synthetic materials; open-toed sandals are particularly good.
Use a separate towel just for drying feet, and wash the towel frequently.

Don’ts

Avoid fermented food and sugar.
Don’t share items such as towels and footwear of an infected person.
Don’t walk bare feet in public locker rooms.

See Doctor

Affected area becomes hot and red, or starts weeping.
Infection does not clear up after trying self-help treatment.

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