Can tinea pedis be cured?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on September 02, 2024
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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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What causes athlete's foot?

The main cause of athlete's foot is direct fungal infection, which is highly contagious and recurrent over time. The most common way of contracting the fungus is through direct contact with it via the hands and feet. For instance, if pets are kept at home and their hygiene is not well maintained, and they are often petted, the fungus can be transferred to the hands. During the process of washing feet, the fungus on the hands can cross-contaminate the feet, so this disease is mostly related to direct contact. It is recommended to seek professional treatment at a reputable hospital's dermatology department. Antifungal ointment can be applied topically, twice a day, and the treatment should be persisted for one to two months or longer. After recovery, avoid bathing or swimming in public baths, and do not share towels or bath scrubs with family members.

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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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How to completely cure tinea pedis (athlete's foot)?

Athlete's foot is a type of infectious skin disease that occurs on the skin of the palms and feet. To completely cure athlete's foot, it is recommended to approach it from the following aspects: First, avoid contact of the hands with strongly alkaline substances, and progressively keep the feet dry over the long term, wear breathable shoes, and change shoes and socks frequently, Second, use antifungal medications for treatment, starting with topical ointments. If topical medications are ineffective, oral antifungal medications can be used in combination, Lastly, diet also needs to be coordinated, and it should be light.

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How can tinea pedis and tinea manuum be cured?

Athlete's foot belongs to diseases caused by fungal infections, which are highly contagious and recurrent. Once infected in daily life, most people often find the treatment not very effective. Generally, the most conventional antifungal cream can actually completely cure it, achieving eradication. However, the treatment period must be long, at least persisting for one to two months or even more than six months. It's best not to keep small animals at home, and avoid touching dirty water, soil, and similar substances with your hands. After recovering from this disease, the focus is on preventing recurrence. Usually, do not wash your hands with soap or absorb irritating liquids, instead frequently use warm or hot water. Use separate towels and bath towels from other family members, and avoid using communal baths and swimming pools.

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How to treat tinea manuum and tinea pedis?

Athlete's foot belongs to a disease caused by fungal infection. There are many methods to treat this disease, but the most common one is still the direct application of antifungal cream, twice a day, for at least one to two months or more, to completely kill the deep-seated fungi and achieve the purpose of eradication. Also, you can frequently wash with hot water, apply iodine locally, which can also inhibit the growth of fungi. Alternatively, using sulfur soap more often can also kill the fungi. Once this disease is discovered, it must be treated as early as possible, otherwise the symptoms will become more severe. After curing, it is also important to prevent recurrence, avoid spicy and irritating food, don’t wear flip-flops randomly, avoid soaking in public baths or swimming, try not to keep small animals at home, and if a family member has this disease, it is recommended to treat it together.