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.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Several things: Good hygeine is a start. But start using an antifungal on your feet and this should clear it up.
Answered 8/22/2012
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Medicine!: In my experience experience, when it doesn't work work, it's usually because the patient is not using it diligently or for as long as is recommended.
Answered 8/21/2012
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Use of: Antifungal creams or powder otc and wearing open toes sandals or flip flops. Avoid moisture
Answered 2/23/2013
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To start with...: The best otc medication (in my opinion) is lotrimin (clotrimazole) ultra. Socks should be a synthetic material (i know i'll take heat for this) like those manufactured by thorlo [http://www.Thorlo.Com/]. Dilute vinegar soaks are good as well. Dry the inside of your shoes by placing them up-side down over an air return vent at home overnight. If this doesn't make things better in a couple days, see a podiatrist.
Answered 2/19/2013
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Treat and prevent: Athlete's foot is a fungal infection. In addition to using over the counter treatments like creams and sprays, you want to make sure you create an environment that fungus will not want to come back to. This includes keeping your feet dry and disinfecting your shoes. Also, keep in mind, fungus is everywhere. Any disruption in the skin can attract the fungus - avoid too dry skin too.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Ddffgghh: If the condition can not be resolved with topical medications one can utilize oral medication and if this is truly a fungal infection it should resolve within a month or 2. It will need to be prescribed by your physician.
Answered 7/12/2013
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Topical antifungals: Otc topical s will work well for athletes foot .Sometimes it's necessary to see a dr. For an rx.
Answered 10/4/2016
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See below: Topical anti=fungal spray or solution. Wear absorbant socks and let feet air out often. Dry throroughly after bathing. A small amount of powder in shoes may be helpful.
Answered 12/12/2018
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Antifungal meds...: Topical medication to eradicate the fungus that causes athletes foot should help. It can be found over the counter, for example Nystatin. To avoid having recurrence keep your feet dry and use white cotton socks. Fungal infection develop in humid, dark environments.
Answered 7/27/2014
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Keeping them: Dry and there's several OTC sprays and creams available, once gets into nails more difficult and may require prescription oral medication
Answered 7/20/2014
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