Can you get pregnant with tinea pedis and tinea manuum?

Written by Zhu Zhu
Dermatology
Updated on July 02, 2025
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Patients with tinea pedis (Athlete's foot) can get pregnant and it generally does not have a significant impact. Tinea pedis is caused by pathogenic fungi, which can trigger many skin symptoms and manifestations. If tinea pedis occurs, it is essential to treat it with antifungals based on the type. It is important to maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the skin, and avoid eating spicy and irritating foods. If there is a secondary bacterial infection, it is also necessary to use anti-inflammatory medications for treatment. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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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 is a disease caused by fungal infection, with high infectivity and recurrence rates. Generally, the most common treatment is to directly apply antifungal ointment. With long-term treatment, it is usually completely curable. It is also beneficial to frequently wash the area with hot water to reduce the spread of the fungus locally. Additionally, washing with diluted salt water or water boiled with Sichuan peppercorns can inhibit and kill the fungus. After healing, prevention of recurrence is important. Avoid wearing flip-flops carelessly, steer clear of public baths and swimming pools, and do not share bathtubs or foot towels at home to prevent cross-infection.

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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.

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What foods should not be eaten with tinea pedis (athlete's foot)?

During the treatment or onset of tinea pedis, it is highly advisable to avoid spicy and irritating foods, such as chili peppers, lamb, seafood, as well as smoking and alcohol. These should be avoided as much as possible because the fungus is particularly sensitive to these substances, and consuming them frequently can lead to severe fungal outbreaks and rapid reproduction. Therefore, proper treatment is essential, and maintaining regulated diet and lifestyle habits is crucial to prevent recurrence. You can use common antifungal creams for external application twice a day, persisting for at least one to two months to achieve complete recovery. After recovery, avoid soaking in public baths, swimming, wearing other people's slippers, and ensure your socks and shoes are thoroughly sun-dried and disinfected. Also, avoid sharing towels, footbaths, and other personal items with family members.

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Is tinea pedis a fungal infection?

Athlete's foot and hand fungus are both caused by fungal infections. The nature of the fungus in these two diseases is essentially the same, and they can also repeatedly cross-infect each other. For example, hand fungus can spread to the feet forming athlete's foot, or athlete's foot can spread to the hands forming hand fungus. Once diagnosed, it is essential to seek timely treatment at the dermatology department of a regular hospital. Common antifungal creams can cure it, but the treatment course must be long. It is advisable to frequently wash with hot water, expose worn shoes to the sun, disinfect hands, and avoid contact with irritants, such as dirty water and soil. If you have pets at home, make sure to maintain good hygiene. Avoid wearing shared slippers and visiting public baths or swimming pools. If other people have this condition, it is recommended to treat it together.