Fungus between the toes
Fungus between toes or ringworm, or athlete’s foot inflammation is a skin fungal infection affecting the toes, especially the area between the fingers; because the skin in this area is thinner, more susceptible to moisture and heat, fungi are living organisms in enclosed environments, dark and moist, it is difficult to grow And spread in open places of the body; because it is exposed to air, and the thickness of the skin has a role in preventing growth and development, and the injury in the form of circles and bulges, and feel pain after the development of the disease.
Causes of fungi between the toes
- Lack of ventilation and high temperature of the feet because of the wear of shoes for very long periods, as in the winter, where the socks are frequently worn, as well as athletes who wear shoes permanently during their training and their games.
- Use patient tools such as towels, shoes, and nail scissors.
- Diabetics are more likely to develop fungal infections, and the infection is more serious if there are wounds.
- Walking on the floors where the fungi are located, whether the carpets, or the floors of the bathrooms, especially the public baths in swimming pools, sports clubs, and playgrounds.
- Touch infected animals such as cats and dogs.
Methods of treatment of fungi between the toes
There are several possible treatments for fungus between the fingers, including:
- Use of creams and ointments that contain antifungal agents, and can be used without consulting your doctor, if there is no improvement should be resorted to, but in the case of diabetes patients should see their doctor as soon as possible, and follow the instructions strictly, and control their sugar levels.
- In light cases, talcum powder can be used between fingers and inside the shoe to keep the feet dry, thus killing fungus. They need moisture. It is recommended to wash the feet well every day and soak them in water, salt and some lemon juice to cleanse them.
- Fat the affected area with apple cider vinegar, tea tree oil, put garlic slices between fingers, wear socks and leave for 2 hours, wash the feet and dry them well, and repeat the process daily.
- Put slices of onion on the affected area and wrapped with gauze tightly until the onions Itagll water in the affected skin and leave for two hours, and repeat the process twice a week.
Tips for preventing fungus between the toes
- Clean the feet constantly with soap and water and rub them well, to remove any fungus stuck before it grows, and remove dead cells that make up a good environment for living fungi.
- Do not wear shoes and socks for long periods, allow the feet to breathe, and use talcum powder on the feet for people who require their business to wear shoes for long periods.
- Do not wear narrow boots, especially for diabetics.
- Wear plastic shoes while bathing in the private pools of clubs, swimming pools and saunas.
