Foot Files: Athletes foot
Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection of the skin that can occur in between toes and on the bottom of your feet.
How is it spread?
Athlete’s foot is spread via direct contact and commonly picked up in communal areas such as gyms or swimming baths. It has also been known that towel sharing can also spread the fungus.
What are the signs and symptoms of the infection?
People with athlete’s foot can suffer with dry, flakey skin that appears red and itches. In severe cases the skin may even blister or split most commonly in between the 3rd and 4th toe.
Management of the condition
- Good foot hygiene, keep feet dry and change socks on a daily basis.
- Do not share towels.
- Wear flip-flops in communal areas to prevent spread of the fungus.
- Use of an antifungal cream on the skin such as Lamisil or Daktarin to treat infection normally for 1-2weeks.
- Use of antifungal powder in shoes to prevent re-infection.
- Note please consult your Doctor or Pharmacist before the commencement of any new creams or medication.
Contact Details
Kieran Beenick Bsc (Hons) Podiatry.
HCPC Registered.
Member of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists.
2 Bakery court, Market Street,
Ashby de La Zouch,
Leicestershire, LE651AN
Tel: 01530 414576
Mobile:07872857332
www.perfectfeetpodiatry.co.uk