Foot fungus can affect anyone with feet. Even if it's the purest person, obsessed with hygiene procedures.<1_img_leftxx>Why does fungus appear on feet and how to deal with this unpleasant and disgusting phenomenon?
How does foot fungus develop?
Even if a person washes their feet constantly and regularly, it will not be possible to get rid of all the bacteria. They just get smaller, but they don't disappear completely. And they multiply very, very quickly, as soon as a person steps on the ground, puts on slippers or - even more favorable for bacteria - shoes, boots or sneakers.
In a hot, humid environment, especially if your feet are sweating, the fungus is just an extension. If such an environment coincides with an inflammatory process in the body, low resistance to infections or excessive sweating in the legs - write it all down. The fungus is right there.
Foot fungus symptoms
It affects the area between the toes, the nails, the soles of the feet and the top of the foot remains intact. If the fungus already has a chronic stage, then the skin on the legs and other parts of the body is very dry, flaky, has keratinized scales, microcracks.
Along the edge of the area where the fungus is located, an inflamed red band is clearly visible, behind which the skin is rough, dry, and scaly.
If the fungus is not treated for a long time, very noticeable cracks appear on the skin behind the fungus area, which are terribly painful. If a bacterial infection is added to them, there are severe pains in the legs, which put the person in a hospital bed, as it is impossible to walk because of these pains.
Is the fungus transmitted from someone else?
There is a widespread belief (and many believe in it) that the fungus is transmitted from person to person, that it can become infected. It is true that if a person has ever received a fungus, it spreads very quickly throughout the entire foot area.
To prevent the process from becoming painful and depriving the person of walking, it is necessary to start the treatment of the fungus in the initial phase of the disease.
Who to contact?
Dermatologist
How to treat acute fungi?
First, it is necessary to apply a sterile dressing to the foot, but not too tight. In pharmacies, infusions against fungi are sold - in the language of doctors, it is called antimycotic, that is, antifungal. With this infusion, it is necessary to moisten the dressing and apply it to the affected area of the fungus.
This operation must be repeated every time once the dressing is dry. When you see that the fungus hasn't covered the foot so heavily, its manifestations start to diminish, you shouldn't stop the antifungal wraps. Otherwise, the fungus manifestations will return again. If there are cracks in the legs, it is necessary to protect them from the penetration of pathogenic bacteria by bandaging the affected area.
During treatment, it is very important that the feet are not exposed to high temperatures and do not come into contact with water - which contributes to an even greater spread of the fungus. Also, the surface of the feet must be dry and clean.
It is also necessary to treat the foot, with vitamins, in addition to antifungals (antifungals). At the same time, you should not neglect your doctor's recommendations - he will advise you of the necessary funds for treatment. A person can get sick with a fungus if they forget to clean their feet after washing - a humid environment promotes rampant infections.
What can you use on feet with a fungus?
If a person suffering from foot fungus still goes to work, and the season is cold, it is worth stocking several pairs of socks or tights (for women), several pairs of socks (for men), which need to be changed 3-4 times a day. This will prevent the infection from spreading further. What the patient wears should be made of natural materials, including shoes.
Shoes should not be tight, narrow and comfortable - this will allow the foot to feel comfortable and the skin should not sweat as often, multiplying bacteria and fungi.
Medication
- Fungus sprays.
- Effective ointments for fungi.
- Nail fungus drops are a remedy for local ringworm therapy.
- Nail fungus ointments and creams.
- Nail Fungus Pills.
- Creams and ointments for foot fungus.
- Ointment for fungus between fingers.