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Question: hi my name is XXXXXXX I am writing to you to ask about athletes foot. a little over 2 years ago I had The outsides of my toenails cut off my two big toes to help stop ingrown toenails. But since then my right foot has completely flarred up and my toenail won't grow back in really. My boyfriend has It also.I know it is contagious. So my question is I only have it on my right foot.it started after I had the tor procedure done on my nails. I get big blisters in my toes and they split. my pinky toe and the toe next to it on the insides of them split they get dry and itchy and currently are open tares then I get blisters on the bottom of my feet we've tried creams and sprays I'm not very good at it. I was wondering if you know of a home remedy is something that really shock this out of me.
Brief Answer:
Burow's solution/plain yoghurt
Detailed Answer:
Hello Mam,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic!
I understand your concern and I feel sorry for the pain you are going through.Your athlete's foot seems to be quite severe.I hope you have taken proper course of antifungal tablets to get rid of it.
When you have blisters, soak your foot in Burow's solution several times a day for 3 or more days until the blister fluid is gone. After the fluid is gone, use an antifungal cream on it.Do these along with antifungal tablets.
Plain yogurt containing live acidophilus bacteria is an instant remedy for athlete’s foot. Simply dab the yogurt on the infected areas, let dry, and rinse off.
Prevention is the most important factor in case of Athlete's foot.Always maintain the following;
Dry between your toes after swimming or bathing
Change socks regularly.
Do not share towels
Allow your shoes to air for at least 24 hours before you wear them again.
Dust the insides of your shoes with antifungal powder or spray.
Hope this helps.Feel free to ask more.
Dr.Moumita XXXXXXX
Burow's solution/plain yoghurt
Detailed Answer:
Hello Mam,
Welcome to HealthcareMagic!
I understand your concern and I feel sorry for the pain you are going through.Your athlete's foot seems to be quite severe.I hope you have taken proper course of antifungal tablets to get rid of it.
When you have blisters, soak your foot in Burow's solution several times a day for 3 or more days until the blister fluid is gone. After the fluid is gone, use an antifungal cream on it.Do these along with antifungal tablets.
Plain yogurt containing live acidophilus bacteria is an instant remedy for athlete’s foot. Simply dab the yogurt on the infected areas, let dry, and rinse off.
Prevention is the most important factor in case of Athlete's foot.Always maintain the following;
Dry between your toes after swimming or bathing
Change socks regularly.
Do not share towels
Allow your shoes to air for at least 24 hours before you wear them again.
Dust the insides of your shoes with antifungal powder or spray.
Hope this helps.Feel free to ask more.
Dr.Moumita XXXXXXX
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