What kind of fungus is athlete's foot?

Written by Zhu Zhu

Dermatology

Updated on February 08, 2025

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Athlete's foot is caused by pathogenic fungi, mainly including dermatophytes, Trichophyton rubrum, and Trichophyton mentagrophytes. These fungi not only are contagious, allowing transmission to others but can also spread from one part of the body to another, potentially causing other fungal infections. Therefore, it is essential to treat athlete's foot promptly with antifungal therapy. Additionally, it is important to enhance skin resistance, keep the skin clean and dry, and avoid consuming irritating foods.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.