Skin Health Care

Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection of the skin and the most common fungal infections. Recent studies estimate that 25% of the population of developed countries suffer this evil at some point in their lives.

The most common symptoms are: dry skin, brittle and flaky in the affected area. Itching and burning, sores or blisters, thickening and discoloration of the nails.

This type of fungi, called dermatophytes, thrive in warm, moist areas, so the infection increases in summer time. It is a highly contagious infection that is spread by direct contact with items such as shoes, socks, bedding, carpets and other surfaces such as swimming pools, showers, gyms, saunas and locker rooms, among others.

The disease takes its name probably is more common in athletes by continuous and prolonged use of closed shoes (tennis). It is common for swimmers and suffering soldiers, the most frequent in adult males.
Athlete’s foot: the most frequent mycosis

The infection can spread to the nails, floor and sides of the foot and even the hands. Athlete’s foot or tinea pedis as the doctors call can occur at the same time as other fungal skin infections.

To prevent athlete’s foot is recommended that:

• Dry your feet thoroughly after washing, taking care between the toes.
• Change socks and shoes daily.
• The use of cotton or wool socks.
• Wear breathable natural materials rather than those made with synthetic materials.
• Avoid using tight shoes and / or thick.
• Use sneakers or sandals in swimming pools, public showers, locker rooms, gyms and hotels.
• Dry shoes in the sun when the weather permits, to reduce moisture.
• When at home, prefer shoes with proper ventilation.
• If you often walk barefoot in public places, use an anti-fungal powder or spray daily.

There are a variety of medications for athlete’s foot. Mild infections can be treated with topical products such as ointments, creams, gels, powders or aerosols. In more complicated cases may require the prescription of capsules, tablets or suspensions.

It is important not to stop treatment to notice an improvement appears to be short, since this increases the risk that the fungus from coming back in the short term.

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