Question 1

how do i know if i have athletes foot?

Accepted Answer

Fungus: An md can do an exam to determine.

Question 2

how do you treat athlete s foot with powder?

Accepted Answer

That is one way: There is also creams, ointments, sprays, solutions. Many of which are effective and easily purchased over the counter in the pharmacy.

Question 3

are there any home remedies for athletes foot?

Accepted Answer

See below: Good hygeine, soak in warm water with a small amount of baking soda.
Go to the drug store and by some non-prescription Lamisil (terbinafine) cream.

Question 4

is it possible to have athletes foot and not know it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But only if you don't look for it.

Question 5

can athletes foot cause any other, more serious, diseases?

Accepted Answer

Other infections: Athletes foot, a fungal infection, can cause cracks and fissures in the skin, which can serve as an entry point for a bacterial skin infection leading to cellulitis.  Additionally, the fungal infection from athletes foot can also lead to a fungal infection of the toenails.

Question 6

what is likely to happen if i leave my athletes foot untreated?

Accepted Answer

It may stay around : Untreated athlete's foot sometimes gets better, but more often it persists- stays there for a vary long time and can get worse.

Question 7

can you get athletes foot on any other part of the body besides feet?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Athlete's foot is the common name for a fungal skin infection called tinea pedis. The fungus likes warm moist skin and thus is most common on the feet. Other areas that it is can be found is beneath the breasts and in the groin. If the skin is dried well after bathing and foot powder is used, especially between the toes to help absorb moisture, athletes foot is likely to occur.

Question 8

can you tell me how to treat athlete s foot?

Accepted Answer

See below: Start with good hygiene and then add an otc antifungal such as Lamisil (terbinafine) cream.

Question 9

i heard vicks vapo rub is effective for treating athletes foot. do you agree?

Accepted Answer

I disagree: Athletes foot is a usually cause by a fungus and needs to be treated with over the counter anti fungal agents and sometimes a topical steroid.  If athletes foot is persistent and not resolving seek medical attention by a podiatrist.

Question 10

should i discard shoes i wore while i had athletes foot?

Accepted Answer

No: That is not necessary.  But you should have the shoes disinfected with an antifungal solution or spray.  These are often available at pharmacies or from podiatrist offices.

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Can you get athletes foot on any other part of the body besides feet?

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