Therefore, how does athlete’s foot develop? And what can you do about it? Although this fungal infection can be difficult to control, Mycosan as a specialist in the targeted treatment of athlete’s foot, has a few tips for you.
Athlete’s foot test
Answer 4 short questions, receive an immediate answer whether or not you are suffering from athlete’s foot and what you can do about it.
Recognize athlete’s foot symptoms and know what to do to prevent and treat it. Athlete’s foot is a common foot ailment that causes discomfort.
Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that doesn’t heal by itself, so you must do something about it! Therefore, always treat athlete’s foot. In addition, the fungi that cause athlete’s foot are contagious. There is a risk that the infection may spread to other parts of the foot or cause more severe symptoms such as fungal nail. Additionally, you can also infect other people with the fungi that cause athlete’s foot and fungal nail.
Athlete’s foot is a condition caused by a fungus that thrives in a moist environment. Spores may be present in busy shower and changing rooms because people with athlete’s foot may also be walking around.
When the skin is damaged or persistently moist, the quality of protection decreases, and the fungus can penetrate the outer layer of skin. It may also be due to the disruption of the skin’s acidity, which normally protects against the fungus, caused by, for example, poorly rinsed soap.
This is how an athlete’s foot infection develops. The starting point of the infection is usually between the fourth and fifth toe, where there is a high degree of moisture. The skin between the toes flakes due to the fungus. The skin under the flakes may be red and painful. Blisters may also form on the foot skin, which release clear fluid.
Be careful because athlete’s foot can easily be transmitted to others and can lead to a fungal nail. It is important to take measures when dealing with athlete’s foot.
Athlete’s foot can happen in various ways. The highest chance of contracting athlete’s foot is in damp and warm environments because spores can easily grow into fungi.
Fungi prefer to live in warm and humid environments. If your skin is moist or damaged, the fungi can penetrate your skin. Athlete’s foot can therefore occur in several places on your foot but usually nests between your toes.
Always treat athlete’s foot! Athlete’s foot does not heal on its own, you will have to do something about it! In addition, the fungi that cause athlete’s foot are contagious. There is a chance that the infection will spread to other parts of the foot, such as the toes and nails, and cause a fungal nail there.
It is important to treat athlete’s foot because it can not only be painful but also contagious and can affect other parts of the body or other people. Most athlete’s foot infections are superficial and can be successfully treated with Mycosan Athlete’s Foot Treatment.
If you are not sure if you have athlete’s foot, we recommend seeing a doctor. The same goes for when self-care remedies do not seem to work, even if you have used the remedy correctly.
Athlete’s foot can be effectively treated with Mycosan Athlete’s Foot. This gel is easy and hygienic to apply with a tube and brush. The formulation treats symptoms of athlete’s foot. It quickly reduces itching and redness. However, it takes several weeks for the athlete’s foot to heal. Therefore, it is important to continue this treatment even after the skin abnormalities are no longer visible.
These treatments are only available by prescription and are used only to treat severe cases where the nail matrix is affected. The disadvantage of this treatment is that it often needs to be taken for a long time and can cause damage to the liver and kidneys.
Tip 1
After showering, carefully dry your feet and pay extra attention to drying between your toes! This will reduce the chances of fungi.
Tip 2
Wear clean socks every day, preferably made of cotton or wool. It is important that the socks absorb perspiration (moisture) and keep the skin dry. Wash your socks inside out so that any fungi in the fabric can be washed out and are less likely to adhere to the fabric.
Tip 3
Alternate your shoes regularly and wear well-ventilated (leather) shoes. When possible, take off your shoes and walk barefoot or in socks.
Tip 4
Wear pool slippers in communal areas.
Tip 5
Wash your feet every day, preferably with little or no soap.
Tip 6
Use Mycosan Foot & Shoe Powder to keep your feet dry and to help prevent a fungal infection. Use Mycosan Foot Deo Spray on your feet as a protective barrier against fungi for 12 hours.
Yes! Athlete’s foot is highly contagious. The fungi that cause foot fungus can spread to other parts of the body or even other people if left untreated.
Athlete’s foot does not heal on its own; you must always treat it.
Yes, what many people do not know is that fungal nail and athlete’s foot are caused by the same fungi. If you do not treat foot fungus, this infection can spread to the nails and cause a fungal nail.
Foot fungus infections can occur with children, usually in the form of athlete’s foot. Your child will notice a fungal infection of the skin with symptoms such as itching, scaling, or redness of the skin. Foot fungus is mainly found in areas that can be moist, such as between the toes (athlete’s foot), in the armpits, or in the groin (intertrigo). The nails can also become infected. Your child is also always at risk of infection if, for example, you yourself have foot fungus or fungal nail and share the shower area. Fungal flakes can remain on the floor, which can infect others.
When foot fungus is not properly treated, it can cause a special form of hand eczema. This form is called “acrovesicular eczema” or blistering eczema. This causes intensely itchy blisters and red spots on the hands and between the fingers.
If you suspect you have foot fungus, first check all the symptoms and do the foot fungus test. If you are certain that you have a foot fungus infection, start treatment immediately. Do not wait! The sooner you start treatment, the earlier you stop the development of the fungus and slow down the foot fungus infection.
When you start treating foot fungus, you will first notice relief from itching in the first few days. Then other symptoms such as red, dry skin, pain, and scaling will disappear. The infection will not spread any further, and the growth of the fungi will be inhibited. The growth of a mild to moderate foot fungus typically takes 1 to 2 weeks, depending on the severity of the symptoms. Therefore, it is important to always finish a treatment according to the instructions for use. In addition, we recommend that you continue treatment for at least 2 more weeks, even if all symptoms have already disappeared.
The healing time for mild to moderate cases of athlete’s foot is typically 1 to 2 weeks, depending on the severity of the symptoms.
We advise against using athlete’s foot treatments, including Mycosan Athlete’s Foot, during pregnancy unless a doctor says it is okay. The reason for this is that we cannot say with 100% certainty that Mycosan will not affect the unborn child. However, using Mycosan Athlete’s Foot during breastfeeding should not be a problem. Always consult your doctor to be sure.
