Question 1

can i do pe with athletes foot?

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Athletes Foot: would not normally prohibit a person from physical activity.

Question 2

how can you cure athletes foot fast?

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See below: Good hygiene and using anti-fungal medication.

Question 3

can athletes foot go away on its own?

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No: Athletes foot is a fungus that needs some sort of medication to help eliminate this condition.  If otc medications don't help, see your podiatrist.

Question 4

what is a good way to cure athletes foot?

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Topical Antifungal: Athlete's foot responds well to topical treatment, many of which can be procured over the counter. It is important that you apply the medication twice daily to clean and dry feet. Because you mention between the toe, apply a thin sparingly layer to these areas and allow them to dry well before putting on socks and shoes. Ask your pharmacist to direct you to the topical athlete's foot creams.

Question 5

how do you heal moccasin type athletes foot?

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Let me help: Moccasin-type infection is hard to treat because the sole of the foot is thick and does not respond well to non prescriptions antifungal. Treatment often involves using a prescription antifungal cream that will penetrate into the sole of the foot. Sometimes, prescription oral antifungal medications are also used.Once moccasin-type athlete’s foot is healed, it is very important to take preventive.

Question 6

what should i do to take care of athletes foot?

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Antifungal cream: If feet sweat, control sweating, decontaminate shoes, avoid public baths, showers when barefoot.

Question 7

can you help? could rubbing achohol cure athletes foot?

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No: Athletes foot is a fungal infection of the skin of the feet and requires an anti fungal to cure it.

Question 8

please describe the most effective athletes foot medication?

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Athletes foot meds: The most effective medication for athletes foot is an anti fungal that is both bacteriocidal and bacteriostatic.

Question 9

is there any risk of contracting athletes foot if you never go to locker rooms or indoor pools?

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Lower than if you do: Just keep your foot dry and clean. Do not worry.

Question 10

athletes foot how to treat?

Accepted Answer

Antifungals: If it is mild try nonprescription antifungals like clotrimazole (Lotrimin), miconazole (Micatin), terbinafine (Lamisil), or tolnaftate (Tinactin). Use as directed. Severe cases will require oral antifungals like fluconazol which is a prescription medication

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