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I have used fluconazole 150mg 1 weekly for 8 weeks for my athlete's foot but it still itches a bit and it's cracked and dry around the sole. anything better i can get? or do i just prolong my oral treatment?

Q: i have used fluconazole 150mg 1 weekly for 8 weeks for my athlete's foot but it still itches a bit and it's cracked and dry around the sole. anything better i can get? or do i just prolong my oral treatment?

: You can see a podiatrist, or foot doctor, for evaluation to determine if the treatment should be changed or continued for a longer period of time. The podiatrist can examine your foot and assess your symptoms to determine the best mode of treatment at this point. Good luck!

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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You can see a podiatrist, or foot doctor, for evaluation to determine if the treatment should be changed or continued for a longer period of time. The podiatrist can examine your foot and assess your symptoms to determine the best mode of treatment at this point. Good luck!

Answered 9/13/2023

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A member asked:

I have used fluconazole 150mg 1 weekly for 8 weeks for my athlete's foot but it still itches a bit and it's cracked and dry around the sole. anything better i can get? or do i just prolong my oral treatment?

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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