FOOT FUNGUS AND TREATMENT
Foot Ringworm (Tinea Pedis) Picture of Athlete's foot, also called tinea pedis
Fungal infection of the foot. Peeling, redness, itching,
burning and sometimes causes blisters and wounds.
The athlete's foot is a very common infection. Mushroom type shoes,
Produces easily in hot and humid environments such as socks swimming pools,
dressing rooms and public shower floors. It is the most common in summer and hot, humid climates.
It is more common in people who use tight shoes and use community baths and pools.
What Causes an Athlete's Foot?
Athlete's foot, hair, toenails and outer skin layers
it is caused by a microscopic fungus that lives in dead tissue.
There are at least four types of fungus that can cause the athlete's foot.
The most common trichophyton rubrum of these fungi.
What are the Athlete's Foot Symptoms?
Signs and symptoms of athlete's feet vary from person to person.
However, common symptoms include:
Peeling, cracking and scaling of feet
Redness, blisters or smoothing and disintegration of the skin
Itching, burning or both
Types of Athlete's Feet
Interdigital: Also called toe web infection, this is the most common type of athlete's foot.
It usually occurs between the two smallest toes. This shape of the athlete's foot
It may cause itching, burning and death, and infection can spread to the sole of the foot.
Moccasin: A small irritation, dryness, a moccasin-type infection of the athlete's foot
It may begin with itching or scaly skin. As it develops, the skin may thicken and crack.
This infection may cover the entire sole of the foot and may extend to the sides of the foot.
Vesicular: This is the least used type of athlete's foot. This is usually under the skin.
It starts with the appearance of sudden bubbles filled with liquid. Most often, blisters develop on the underside of the foot.
However, they may also appear between the toes, on the heel or on the foot.
Peeling, cracking and scaling of feet
Redness, blisters or smoothing and disintegration of the skin
Itching, burning or both
How is the Athlete's Foot Diagnosed?
Not all itchy feet have athlete's feet. The best way to diagnose infection,
scrubbing the skin and examining the balance under a microscope for evidence of fungus.
How is the Athlete's Foot Treated?
The athlete's foot is often treated with topical antifungal medication (a medication placed directly on the skin).
In severe cases may require oral medications (those who take the mouth).
The feet should be kept clean and dry as fungi develop in humid environments.
How to Prevent Athlete's Feet?
Steps to prevent athlete's shoes, shower sandals in public shower areas,
shoes that allow the feet to breathe; and daily washing of the feet with soap and water.
It can help prevent the athlete's feet by drying the feet thoroughly and using a fine foot powder.
Jock Itch
The jock spoon, also called tinea cruris, is a common skin infection caused by a fungus called tinea.
The fungus grows in warm and moist areas of the body, and as a result infection can affect the genitals, inner thighs and hips.
Infections are more common in summer or in warm, wet climates.
Jock itch usually looks like an itchy red, itchy rash.
Is Jock Itch Infectious?
Jock itching is only mildly contagious. The condition can be transmitted from person to person by direct contact or indirectly from fungal-bearing objects.
What are the Symptoms of Jock Itch?
Symptoms of itching in Jock include:
Itching, chafing or burning in the groin or thigh
A round, red, fluffy rash with high edges
Redness in the groin or thigh
Skin peeling, peeling or cracking
How is Jock Itch Diagnosed?
In most cases, itching of the rash can be diagnosed based on the appearance and location of the rashes.
If you do not know for certain that the condition is itching, consult your doctor.
The doctor will ask for your symptoms and medical history and will perform a physical exam.
Microscopic examination of skin scales may confirm the diagnosis.
How Jock Itching Is Treated
In most cases, the treatment of jock itch involves keeping the affected area clean and dry, and administering topical antifungal drugs.
Jock itch usually responds to over-the-counter antifungal creams and sprays.
However, prescription antifungal creams are sometimes necessary. During Jock itch treatment, make sure:
Wash and dry the affected area with a clean towel
Apply antifungal cream, powder or sprays as required.
Change clothes - especially underwear - every day
ringworm
Fungus is also a worm, also called tinea corporis, but the fungal infection of the skin.
It can occur anywhere on the body and looks like a circular, red, flat wound.
It is usually accompanied by scaly skin. When the middle skin appears normal, the outside of the wounds can be removed.
Ringworm may look like a wolf, but it is usually not serious.
Is ringworm contagious?
Ringworm can spread by direct contact with infected people or animals.
It can also spread on clothing or furniture. Heat and moisture can help spread the infection.
What are the symptoms of ringworm?
Ringworm sometimes looks like a red, round, flat wound that comes with scaly skin.
There may be one or more patchworms on the skin and patches or red rashes may overlap.
It is possible to have ringworm without common red ring rashes.
How is Ringworm Diagnosed?
A doctor can diagnose ringworm based on the appearance of rashes or reported symptoms.
He will ask questions about exposure to humans or animals with ringworms.
The doctor can take skin scrapings or samples from the infected area and look under the microscope to confirm the diagnosis.
How is ringworm treated?
Ringworm treatment usually consists of antifungal drugs applied to the skin.
Many ringworm infections respond well to over-the-counter creams, including:
Lamisil
Micatin, Monistat-Derm
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Prescription topical or oral medications may be prescribed for more severe ringworm cases.
Yeast Infections
Yeast infections of the skin are called cutaneous candidiasis and are caused by fungal-like fungi called candida.
When the yeast on the skin grows more actively and the skin is red, lime and itchy
spill. Yeast infections are not contagious.
Yeast infections can affect almost all skin surfaces of the body,
however, it most likely occurs in hot, damp, wrinkled areas, including underarms and groin.
Candida infection is particularly common among people who are obese or have diabetes. People taking antibiotics are also at risk.
Candida can cause redness in babies and may cause nail infections.
Oral thrush is a form of candida infection found in the mouth. Candida also causes vaginal yeast infections.
What are the symptoms of a yeast infection?
Symptoms of yeast infection in skin folds include:
Rash
Patches emitting clear liquids
Acne-like bumps
Itching or burning
Symptoms of yeast infection in nail beds are:
Swelling
ache
Pus
White or yellow nail separating from nail bed
Symptoms of thrush (oral yeast infection) include:
White spots on tongue and on cheeks
ache
Symptoms of vaginal yeast infection include:
White or yellow discharge from the vagina
Itching
Redness of the vagina outer area
burning
How are Yeast Infections Diagnosed?
When diagnosing a yeast infection, your doctor will need to take a medical history and perform a physical examination.
Your doctor may scrape the skin under the microscope to confirm the diagnosis.
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