How can tinea pedis and tinea manuum be cured?

Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
Updated on September 01, 2024
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Athlete's foot belongs to diseases caused by fungal infections, which are highly contagious and recurrent. Once infected in daily life, most people often find the treatment not very effective. Generally, the most conventional antifungal cream can actually completely cure it, achieving eradication. However, the treatment period must be long, at least persisting for one to two months or even more than six months. It's best not to keep small animals at home, and avoid touching dirty water, soil, and similar substances with your hands. After recovering from this disease, the focus is on preventing recurrence. Usually, do not wash your hands with soap or absorb irritating liquids, instead frequently use warm or hot water. Use separate towels and bath towels from other family members, and avoid using communal baths and swimming pools.

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Athlete's foot can cause various symptoms on the hands and feet, including itching, blisters, peeling, and scales, severely affecting the patient's quality of life. It is suggested that vitamins should be supplemented when athlete's foot occurs. First, it is recommended to supplement with Vitamin A and consume foods rich in Vitamin A, such as carrots, spinach, water spinach, enoki mushrooms, apples, pears, etc. Additionally, it is advised to supplement with Vitamin B and consume foods rich in Vitamin B, such as sweet potatoes, oranges, etc. Finally, it is also beneficial to eat foods rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin E.

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What should not be eaten with athlete's foot?

Tinea manus and pedis is a very common type of dermatophytosis in clinical practice, mainly caused by pathogenic fungal infections. Patients with tinea manus and pedis need to be mindful of their diet and avoid certain foods. Firstly, they should not consume spicy and irritating foods, as well as "heating" foods, such as garlic, green onions, ginger, chili peppers, black pepper, seafood, etc. Additionally, they should try to avoid beverages and processed foods, and not eat overly sweet foods. Lastly, they should avoid fried and excessively greasy foods, such as deep-fried dough sticks and fatty meats, etc.

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How to treat tinea manuum and tinea pedis?

Athlete's foot belongs to a disease caused by fungal infection. There are many methods to treat this disease, but the most common one is still the direct application of antifungal cream, twice a day, for at least one to two months or more, to completely kill the deep-seated fungi and achieve the purpose of eradication. Also, you can frequently wash with hot water, apply iodine locally, which can also inhibit the growth of fungi. Alternatively, using sulfur soap more often can also kill the fungi. Once this disease is discovered, it must be treated as early as possible, otherwise the symptoms will become more severe. After curing, it is also important to prevent recurrence, avoid spicy and irritating food, don’t wear flip-flops randomly, avoid soaking in public baths or swimming, try not to keep small animals at home, and if a family member has this disease, it is recommended to treat it together.

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Treatment methods for tinea manus and pedis

There are quite a few treatment methods for tinea pedis and tinea manus. Currently, the most commonly used is the direct application of antifungal ointments. The treatment duration must be long, at least two months or more, to achieve the goal of killing the deep-seated fungi. If topical medication is ineffective, oral antifungal drugs can be used. This method has more precise effects, but normal liver function is required. Those with liver diseases cannot use oral medications. Regularly washing with hot water can also kill fungi. After recovery, it is important to regulate your diet and lifestyle habits, avoid contact with small animals, avoid using public baths and swimming, indiscriminate wearing of slippers, etc. If someone in the household also has the condition, it is advisable to undergo treatment together.

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Can tinea pedis be cured?

Athlete's foot is a disease caused by fungal infection. Fungal infections are highly contagious and recurrent, but they can be completely cured with proper treatment. It is recommended to visit the dermatology department of a regular hospital and apply antifungal cream. The treatment should be prolonged, lasting at least one to two months or more, so that the deep-seated fungus can be completely killed and eradicated. After the treatment, regulate your diet and lifestyle habits; avoid contact with small animals, dirty water, sand, etc., try to avoid spicy and irritating foods, and do not stay up late. If family members also have this disease, they must be treated at the same time, and towels, bath scrubbers, or foot wiping towels should not be shared.