Question 1

can you get athletes foot in you're mouth?

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Athletes foot: You can't get athletes foot in the mouth unless you suck on your toes  or someone who has athletes foot. You can however get thrush which is a fungus, in the mouth.

Question 2

can babies get athletes foot? 0-12m

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Yes: Babies can get fungal infections of the skin, which is what "athlete's foot" is.

Question 3

how can i get rid of athletes foot?

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Meds and hygeine: Wear absorbant socks and change often, let feet air out whenever possible. Dry thoroughly after bathing. A small amount of powder in shoes may also help. Topical anti-fungal sprays and solutions are in order. If problem persists, consult with a podiatrist.

Question 4

athletes foot. how do i get rid of it?

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Start with a topical: Antifungal cream.  Currently, the best thing going is naftin (naftifine) 2%, available by prescription only.  Otc antifungal creams can be ok as well.  On top of this, you must change the environment in which the feet reside.  Feet must be kept clean and dry, especially between the toes.  Use powder on the feet daily; change shoes daily; you may want to treat the shoes too, with sprays or an uv sanitizer.

Question 5

how can i get rid of athletes foot fast?

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Prescription: Your doctor can give you a prescription for an oral medication that treats the infection from the inside.

Question 6

do people ever get rid of athletes foot?

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Yes: It takes treatment and it can be difficult and take time.

Question 7

how do you get rid of severe athletes foot?

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Severe: Athletes foot may require ORAL anti-fungal medication... an exact diagnosis and an in person consultation are required!

Hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 8

which is the optimum solution to get rid of athletes foot?

Accepted Answer

Athletes foot : The best solution to rid of athletes foot and i assuming a severe case. One start with both oral and topical anti fungals. Next purchase a steri shoe for all shoe gear. Next change your socks twice and even three times a day. Foot hygiene is the key.

Question 9

how can you get rid of athletes foot in children 3 & 4 yrs?

Accepted Answer

Antifungal creams: Tinea pedis, or athlete's foot, is caused by a fungus (often by t. Rubrum fungus) that can be on locker room floors or other people's footwear. If the fungus is able to take hold on the skin cells and start growing, one will get the athlete's foot rash. Tinea pedis should be treated to relieve symptoms and also to prevent it from spreading to the toenails. Lotrimin (clotrimazole) af cream works for all ages.

Question 10

is there a good way to get rid of what i think is athletes foot?

Accepted Answer

OTC cream: There aare many over the counter creams such as lotrimine af to treat athletes foot, but to be sure it's athletes foot you should be diagnosed by your local foot doc.

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