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

Written by Zhu Zhu
Dermatology
Updated on October 22, 2024
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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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Treatment methods for tinea manus and pedis

Athlete's foot is caused by a fungal infection, which may occur if the patient has been in contact with other affected individuals or items contaminated with the fungus. If athlete's foot develops, it is crucial to seek timely treatment. Initially, it is advised to apply antifungal medications. Additionally, care should be taken to nurture the skin of the hands and feet. If cracking occurs, applying hand cream or moisturizer is recommended. Furthermore, it is important to reduce external irritants, avoiding substances like detergent, soap, and other chemical products.

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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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What vitamin is lacking in tinea pedis?

Athlete's foot is a disease caused by fungal infection, and it is not directly related to a lack of vitamins or trace elements. Some patients lacking vitamins or trace elements have symptoms very similar to those of athlete's foot, but the fundamental causes of their conditions are different. If it is hard to distinguish, one can go to the dermatology department of a regular hospital to have a fungal test done. Therefore, it is not necessary to supplement vitamins or trace elements to treat athlete's foot. It requires the application of antifungal ointments externally, and the treatment period must be long in order to kill the deep-seated fungi and achieve complete eradication. After healing, it is also important to prevent the recurrence of the condition; do not go to public baths or swimming pools, avoid contact with irritating substances, and if there is someone else in the household with the same disease, they must be treated together.

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Can you drink alcohol with athlete's foot?

Athlete's foot is a disease caused by fungal infections, which is highly contagious and recurrent. Most people may carry it for life after being infected, and it is not easy to completely eradicate. Once diagnosed, it is recommended to seek formal treatment at the dermatology department of a regular hospital. During the treatment period, alcohol and spicy food like chili peppers should be avoided, as fungi are particularly sensitive to alcohol and chili, which can stimulate their rapid and increased growth. Common antifungal creams can be applied twice a day, and by persisting for one to two months, the infection can usually be completely cured. After recovery, try to avoid wearing slippers carelessly, and avoid going to public baths or swimming to prevent the fungus from recurring. Adopting good dietary and lifestyle habits can also help suppress outbreaks of this disease.

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How to treat tinea manuum and tinea pedis?

Athlete's foot is a disease caused by fungal infection, with high infectivity and recurrence rates. Generally, the most common treatment is to directly apply antifungal ointment. With long-term treatment, it is usually completely curable. It is also beneficial to frequently wash the area with hot water to reduce the spread of the fungus locally. Additionally, washing with diluted salt water or water boiled with Sichuan peppercorns can inhibit and kill the fungus. After healing, prevention of recurrence is important. Avoid wearing flip-flops carelessly, steer clear of public baths and swimming pools, and do not share bathtubs or foot towels at home to prevent cross-infection.