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Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection. It usually affects the skin between the toes.
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Question 1
Do you have signs of athlete’s foot and are you diabetic or do you have poor leg circulation?
You should be seen by your doctor for medical advice. Contact your doctor or health care provider to find out how soon you should be seen.
Question 2
Does the fungus infection affect the toenails and do the toenails look thick or distorted?
You should be seen by your doctor for medical advice. Contact your doctor or health care provider to find out how soon you should be seen.
Question 3
Do you have recurrent episodes of athlete’s foot?
You should be seen by your doctor for medical advice. Contact your doctor or health care provider to find out how soon you should be seen.
Question 4
Do you have a fever and/or is the infection spreading or getting worse despite using the self-care measures?
You should be seen by your doctor for medical advice. Contact your doctor or health care provider to find out how soon you should be seen.
Use Self-Care / Prevention:
You can probably take care of the problem yourself if you answered NO to all the questions. Use the “Self-Care” measures that are listed. Call your doctor if you don’t feel better soon, though. You may have some other problem.
Self-Care / Prevention
• Wash your feet twice a day, especially between your toes. Dry the area thoroughly. Don’t use antibacterial soaps.
• Use an over-the-counter antifungal powder, cream, or spray between your toes and inside your socks and shoes.
• Wear clean socks made of natural fibers (cotton or wool). Change your socks during the day to help your feet stay dry. Wear shoes, such as sandals or canvas loafers, that allow ventilation.
• Alternate shoes daily to let each pair dry out.
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