Is tinea pedis a fungal infection?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on September 21, 2024
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Athlete's foot and hand fungus are both caused by fungal infections. The nature of the fungus in these two diseases is essentially the same, and they can also repeatedly cross-infect each other. For example, hand fungus can spread to the feet forming athlete's foot, or athlete's foot can spread to the hands forming hand fungus. Once diagnosed, it is essential to seek timely treatment at the dermatology department of a regular hospital. Common antifungal creams can cure it, but the treatment course must be long. It is advisable to frequently wash with hot water, expose worn shoes to the sun, disinfect hands, and avoid contact with irritants, such as dirty water and soil. If you have pets at home, make sure to maintain good hygiene. Avoid wearing shared slippers and visiting public baths or swimming pools. If other people have this condition, it is recommended to treat it together.

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

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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Treatment methods for tinea manus and pedis

There are quite a few treatment methods for tinea pedis and tinea manus. Currently, the most commonly used is the direct application of antifungal ointments. The treatment duration must be long, at least two months or more, to achieve the goal of killing the deep-seated fungi. If topical medication is ineffective, oral antifungal drugs can be used. This method has more precise effects, but normal liver function is required. Those with liver diseases cannot use oral medications. Regularly washing with hot water can also kill fungi. After recovery, it is important to regulate your diet and lifestyle habits, avoid contact with small animals, avoid using public baths and swimming, indiscriminate wearing of slippers, etc. If someone in the household also has the condition, it is advisable to undergo treatment together.

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What should I do if tinea pedis and tinea manuum cause cracking?

Athlete's foot can cause symptoms of cracking, especially in patients who have not received good treatment, which makes them prone to skin cracking. If cracking occurs, it is recommended to first use some antifungal medications to promptly treat the condition. Additionally, one can apply some moisturizing cream or ointment to alleviate the symptoms. It is important to maintain cleanliness of the skin on the hands and feet, avoid contact with strongly alkaline substances, keep the soles clean, and wear breathable shoes and socks. Finally, it is important to disinfect shoes and socks regularly and avoid direct contact with others to prevent mutual infection.

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Can tinea pedis be cured?

Athlete's foot is a disease caused by fungal infection. Although it is highly contagious and recurrent, it can be completely cured. The treatment must be standardized and must be adhered to for a long time. The most commonly used antifungal ointments available on the market can cure it. The treatment course must be adhered to for at least one to two months or even longer to achieve eradication. After recovery, prevention of recurrence is advised, such as avoiding contact with dirty water, soil, or petting small animals. It is recommended not to bathe in public baths or swim, and if there is someone with the same disease at home, they must be treated at the same time. Additionally, do not share towels, bath scrubs, or foot towels.

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Can you eat vitamins for tinea pedis and tinea manuum?

Athlete's foot is a disease caused by fungal infections and is not related to a lack of vitamins. However, supplementing with vitamins appropriately during treatment can be helpful. This disease is highly contagious and recurrent, and once identified, it must be treated formally. It is recommended to visit a dermatologist at a reputable hospital for confirmation before treatment. Antifungal creams can be applied topically twice a day, and the treatment should be maintained for at least one to two months to completely kill the deep-seated fungi and prevent recurrence of the condition. It is advisable to avoid keeping small animals at home, avoid contact with dirty water and soil, and refrain from using public baths and swimming pools. Bath towels and washcloths should be used separately from those of other family members.