How long is the treatment period for tinea pedis and tinea manuum?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on September 11, 2024
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Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) is a fungal infectious disease, and the treatment duration varies. If detected early, treatment can simply involve the application of topical antifungal cream, generally for a course of more than one month. If the condition has been present for a longer time and involves scaling, blistering, or even cracking, the treatment period will be longer, possibly exceeding six months. If topical antifungal creams are ineffective, oral antifungal medication can be taken, which tends to be more reliable. After recovery, it is important to prevent recurrence. Try to avoid contact with irritating substances, abstain from spicy and stimulating foods for a long time, avoid wearing slippers carelessly, and ensure that worn shoes and socks are disinfected by exposure to sunlight. If there are family members with the same condition, it is advisable to treat them together.

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What vitamins should I take for athlete's foot?

Athlete's foot can cause various symptoms on the hands and feet, including itching, blisters, peeling, and scales, severely affecting the patient's quality of life. It is suggested that vitamins should be supplemented when athlete's foot occurs. First, it is recommended to supplement with Vitamin A and consume foods rich in Vitamin A, such as carrots, spinach, water spinach, enoki mushrooms, apples, pears, etc. Additionally, it is advised to supplement with Vitamin B and consume foods rich in Vitamin B, such as sweet potatoes, oranges, etc. Finally, it is also beneficial to eat foods rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin E.

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Can tinea pedis be cured?

Athlete's foot is a disease caused by fungal infection. Fungal infections are highly contagious and recurrent, but they can be completely cured with proper treatment. It is recommended to visit the dermatology department of a regular hospital and apply antifungal cream. The treatment should be prolonged, lasting at least one to two months or more, so that the deep-seated fungus can be completely killed and eradicated. After the treatment, regulate your diet and lifestyle habits; avoid contact with small animals, dirty water, sand, etc., try to avoid spicy and irritating foods, and do not stay up late. If family members also have this disease, they must be treated at the same time, and towels, bath scrubbers, or foot wiping towels should not be shared.

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How is athlete's foot formed?

The fundamental cause of athlete's foot is a pathogenic fungal infection of the skin. It particularly affects those with weakened immune systems or those who are continuously in moist, warm environments, as fungi thrive in such conditions. Additionally, low immune function can lead to infection. Lastly, athlete's foot can also spread through direct or indirect contact, especially through shared use of bath towels, foot towels, handkerchiefs, etc.

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What does it look like when tinea manuum and tinea pedis improve?

Tinea manuum and tinea pedis are common skin diseases caused by fungal infections of the skin on the hands or feet. These conditions often present with various skin symptoms such as itching, papules, rashes, peeling, and scales. Following treatment, improvement is typically indicated by a significant reduction in rashes, papules, erythema, and a noticeable decrease in itching. The skin begins to resemble normal skin and shows signs of recovery.

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What foods should not be eaten with tinea pedis (athlete's foot)?

During the treatment or onset of tinea pedis, it is highly advisable to avoid spicy and irritating foods, such as chili peppers, lamb, seafood, as well as smoking and alcohol. These should be avoided as much as possible because the fungus is particularly sensitive to these substances, and consuming them frequently can lead to severe fungal outbreaks and rapid reproduction. Therefore, proper treatment is essential, and maintaining regulated diet and lifestyle habits is crucial to prevent recurrence. You can use common antifungal creams for external application twice a day, persisting for at least one to two months to achieve complete recovery. After recovery, avoid soaking in public baths, swimming, wearing other people's slippers, and ensure your socks and shoes are thoroughly sun-dried and disinfected. Also, avoid sharing towels, footbaths, and other personal items with family members.