Fungus/diabetes: Given the potential for problems associated with diabetes, i would be hesitant to try any at home remedies for athletes foot. Evaluation by a podiatrist would be beneficial, not only to help rid the fungal infection, but to ensure that your grandmothers foot does not run into problems in the future.
Answered 5/1/2013
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No: Fungus can affect both skin and toe nails, is it her nails or skin? Diabetics should be seen every two months by a foot doctor. The best thing you can do is to get her an aappointment with your local foot doc.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Have it evaluated.: As a diabetic do not take any chances. Have it evaluated and get the appropriate treatment.
Answered 3/19/2014
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Fungus of skin ?: Or nail? If skin, any pharmacy has an otc antifungal, for the toenails see a podiatrist to have them trimmed down and if interested an oral antifungal agent can be given if no contraindication....
Answered 3/19/2014
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