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Suggest Treatment For Infected Corn Between Toes
Question: I have a corn between my toes, it has gotten infected, I am applying antifungal cream and antibiotic ointment.
Brief Answer:
powder would be better
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Fungal infections are common between the toes because of the friction and moisture.
Moisture is associated with increased risk of fungal infection or slowing down the healing process if an infection is present.
For the reason the use of an anti fungal powder instead of a cream between the toes (where may be moist) , may be a better option.
Examples are zeasorb or lotrimin. Some big pharmacies may also have their own brand or antifungal powders.
After bathing, the area between the toes should be dried carefully. Use a cloth or wipe that you would not reuse .
Apply the anti bacterial cream (if concerned re bacterial infection), then the anti fungal powder.
Keep the feet cool by wearing open shoes if possible.
The powder is applied once or twice a day depending on the one chosen.
It can sometimes take up to 2 weeks for a fungal infection to improve
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
powder would be better
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Fungal infections are common between the toes because of the friction and moisture.
Moisture is associated with increased risk of fungal infection or slowing down the healing process if an infection is present.
For the reason the use of an anti fungal powder instead of a cream between the toes (where may be moist) , may be a better option.
Examples are zeasorb or lotrimin. Some big pharmacies may also have their own brand or antifungal powders.
After bathing, the area between the toes should be dried carefully. Use a cloth or wipe that you would not reuse .
Apply the anti bacterial cream (if concerned re bacterial infection), then the anti fungal powder.
Keep the feet cool by wearing open shoes if possible.
The powder is applied once or twice a day depending on the one chosen.
It can sometimes take up to 2 weeks for a fungal infection to improve
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
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