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Suggest Treatment For Feet Itching Causing Redness And Burn Marks
Question: My feet itch so badly. Especially after returning from work after standing long hours or even after coming back from shopping . Itches at the arch, scratching makes it red and burns. My skin is soft on the soles of my feet. I can't find anything wrong otherwise. Pls help
Brief Answer:
itching feet possible athletes foot fungus
Detailed Answer:
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I am sorry to hear that you are having so much discomfort from the feet itching. This sounds like you have a fungal infection of the feet. you may not notice any redness until you scratch the skin but this is more than likely athletes foot or foot fungus. The treatment is using a topical antifungal spray like lamisil on your feet and in your shoes. The fungus lives in your shoes and in wet warm areas like showers.
I hope I answered your question. If you have any additional questions please contact us again.Brief Answer:
The first signs of infection itch
Detailed Answer:
Despite not seeing anything abnormal you may have the first signs of infection which is the burning and itching. I would recommend starting the treatment before any additional signs like the redness and cracking start.
itching feet possible athletes foot fungus
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns
I am sorry to hear that you are having so much discomfort from the feet itching. This sounds like you have a fungal infection of the feet. you may not notice any redness until you scratch the skin but this is more than likely athletes foot or foot fungus. The treatment is using a topical antifungal spray like lamisil on your feet and in your shoes. The fungus lives in your shoes and in wet warm areas like showers.
I hope I answered your question. If you have any additional questions please contact us again.Brief Answer:
The first signs of infection itch
Detailed Answer:
Despite not seeing anything abnormal you may have the first signs of infection which is the burning and itching. I would recommend starting the treatment before any additional signs like the redness and cracking start.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
But the soles of my feet appear healthy, clean, no smelly feet or dry skin. How can I have a fungal infection
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