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Symptoms and treatment of fungus between the toes

In summer, excessive sweating and synthetic tights cause fungal -like diseases. A sore sore appears between the toes, which causes discomfort and an unpleasant odor. How to recognize this disease in time and get rid of it? What are the preventative measures that will help you forget about this disease once and for all?

The main symptoms and forms of the disease

fungal symptoms between the toes

Interdigital fungus on the feet can be identified by the following signs:

  • in certain places, the skin becomes dry, flakes, cracks appear;
  • small blisters appear, such as allergic reactions, which periodically open and exudate is released;
  • diaper rash appears between the toes and on the side of the foot;
  • concentration of the upper layer of skin is observed at the lesion;
  • itching, discomfort, pain may occur.

To make an accurate diagnosis, you still need to see a doctor, because with various forms of mycosis, the symptoms may be different. The next treatment of interdigital fungus depends on the type of disease:

  1. Weak form. It is characterized only by increased dryness of the skin, peeling and cracking.
  2. Squamous-hyperkeratotic. When the disease occurs, there is a accumulation of the upper layer of skin in the affected area, the occurrence of redness, diaper rash, which causes itching and burning. If the big toe is affected, a hard yellow callus will form.
  3. Interrelated forms. Severe swelling and erosion occur between the toes.
  4. Dyshidrotic. Areas of weeping appear, bubbles with transparent contents are formed. External symptoms are accompanied by very severe itching.

What does a fungus look like on the toes? With a mild form, it appears that the affected area has been sprinkled with flour. If the disease also affects the nail plate, you can see the nails thickening and yellowing, with a more advanced form - its deformation. At another stage, the skin becomes moist, boils and redness are clearly visible.

The cause of the disease

tight shoes as a cause of fungus between the toes

Often, tight synthetic shoes cause athlete’s foot.

Fungus between and under the toes doesn’t just happen. The most common reasons for its appearance:

  1. Diabetes.
  2. Diseases of the cardiovascular system, blood circulation, veins.
  3. Decreased immunity.
  4. Synthetic tights.
  5. Excessive limb sweating.
  6. Infection through pedicures, shared towels, bath mats.

Sometimes it is enough to try on a patient’s shoes to withstand an unpleasant illness himself. To prevent this from happening, monitor your hygiene carefully, take vitamins, do not buy shoes from a thrift store.

Which doctor should I go to?

If you notice any of the symptoms mentioned above, you should immediately contact a dermatologist or mycologist. After the interview and visual examination, the doctor will prescribe the necessary tests. Without laboratory research, it is impossible to know exactly the type of fungus that causes the disease. Without this, doctors will not be able to provide adequate treatment.

Laboratory studies of scraping dead scales allow you to answer the following questions:

  • Does fungus cause changes in the skin?
  • What type of mycosis causes this disease?

On average, a detailed study of sowing takes about two weeks. After that, certain topical preparations (gels, ointments) and tablets are prescribed.

Traditional medicine

For the treatment of interdigital fungus on the feet, the following are prescribed:

  1. Antifungal cream

    2. Let relieve inflammation, reduce exfoliation, provide penetration of antimycotic agents under the skin. They form a film that prevents re -infection.

  2. Ointment

    3. Destroys fungal spores effectively, thanks to the active ingredient.

  3. Tablets and capsules

    4. Suppress the progression of the disease. The active substance through the blood enters the horny tissues, accumulates in them and destroys fungal spores. You can not take it without a doctor's prescription, because the tablets are selected individually and have an extensive list of contraindications. For patients with liver disease, the use of the drug is strictly prohibited.

  4. Local antiseptic

Hydrogen peroxide, salicylic acid, sulfur ointment.

Treatment for interdigital fungus on the feet aims to eradicate the infection that causes mycosis. Properly selected medications and adherence to all doctor’s prescriptions will help prevent the disease from recurring in the future. In this case, it is very important to undergo full treatment, the duration of which ranges from one to eight months, depending on the stage of the disease.

Folk remedies

bath for the treatment of fungus between the toes

Foot bath is very helpful.

Using folk remedies for fungus between the toes will speed up the healing process. Home treatment involves the use of various baths and compresses:

  1. Based on celandine.

    2. Celandine is an ingredient often used for skin conditions. The affected area can be lubricated with plant rubber. Bathing based on this ingredient will help cure fungus on the feet. Freshly cut celandine is poured with boiling water, cooled to room temperature and feet soaked in water. After the procedure, you need to let your feet dry naturally, then tangle with a towel, spread with antifungal ointment and wear clean cotton socks. You need to do such manipulations every day before bed.

  2. Take a coffee shower.

    3. Five tablespoons of powdered coffee is poured with one liter of boiling water. After the mixture cools slightly, the legs are lowered alternately, for 30 minutes. each. Do not dry or rinse your feet. This medicine can relieve itching and inflammation of the skin between the toes immediately. After a month, the symptoms of the fungus will disappear.

  3. Soda -based products.

    4. A two -tablespoon bath and grated laundry soap will help soften rough skin and get rid of fungus. After the procedure, the keratin skin is removed using a manicure tool. Such manipulations need to be done daily, as there are fungal spores in the dead skin area. You can prepare this remedy in another way - dilute baking soda with water thoroughly and apply it to the affected area.

  4. Vinegar bath and lotion.

    5. It is useful to add a few tablespoons of vinegar essence into the water every time you wash your feet. To get rid of fungus on the feet will help table vinegar by 9%, but be prepared for a painful sensation during the procedure. However, this drug is very effective. Remove the compress after 10 - 15 minutes, spread with ointment and wear clean socks.

  5. We remove the fungus with aloe juice.

    6. Agave (scarlet) leaves are cut, wrapped in paper and left in the refrigerator for a week. Then squeeze the juice and lubricate the affected part of the skin in the morning and evening. It must be used in conjunction with trays and ointments.

  6. Compresses effectively.

You can buy a basic acetate solution at a pharmacy. For the treatment of mycosis, this agent is applied to gauze, applied to the affected area and wrapped with adhesive. Exposure time is not more than 20 minutes.

Treating wet fungus between the toes requires a special approach. All manipulations are performed in several stages:

  • clean the area with blisters with hydrogen peroxide, potassium permanganate solution;
  • medical baths;
  • use a cream or ointment.

In further cases, it is possible to apply a sterile bandage to prevent infection from entering the open wound and to prevent the spread of mycosis. The use of talcum powder has also been shown to dry the affected area.

Treatment of fungus between the toes with folk remedies is only effective along with medications. By relying on unconventional methods, you run the risk of eliminating the symptoms, but not eliminating the cause of the disease.

Preventive measures

To prevent the fungus that has healed on the skin of the toes from returning, follow our recommendations:

  1. Go to the nail salon with your tools. When performing a hardware pedicure procedure, ask for disinfection to be done with you.
  2. Never take other people's towels, shoes, socks.
  3. Buy a special UV shoe dryer and use it every day.
  4. Do a pedicure on time and remove dead skin.
  5. Buy only high quality shoes by size.
  6. Pay attention to foot hygiene.
  7. Use herbal baths for prevention.

It is also important to strengthen the immune system and take vitamins, walk in the fresh air, and eat enough fruits and vegetables.

Fungus on the skin of the toes can be cured, but this is a lengthy process that requires a responsible approach to the patient and strict adherence to all doctor’s prescriptions. Take care of your health and don’t let the disease continue!