Athlete's foot (Tinea pedis)
goodtoknow says: You don't have to be an athlete to get athlete's foot, a fungal infection that loves to grow in the sweaty nooks and crannies of your body, particularly in between your toes. You can pick it up anywhere other sweaty feet have been such as swimming pools and changing rooms. Athlete's foot starts with itchy skin that then gets cracked. Use an anti fungal treatment quickly to avoid it spreading to your toenails. It's important to keep your skin clean and dry and always use your own towel to avoid spreading athlete's foot.
For a full medical explanation of the causes, symptoms and treatments of athlete's foot, read on.
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jc, about 1 month [Offensive? Unsuitable? Report this comment.]
Ive always used tea tree oil for athletes foot,but maybe not if there is an open wound,it works a treat for me