HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How Can Itchy Red Spots On The Toes Be Treated?

about a week ago, two of my toes started to itch, I did not see anything on them. A couple days later I could see tiny red dots on them. I have used a hydrocortisone 1%cream and triamcinolone acetonide 1%. Both helps with the itch, however, what can I do to get rid of this. its worse when my feet gets hot.
Wed, 12 Dec 2018
Report Abuse
General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hello,

You might have a fungal infection of the toes. Having steroid cream will reduce the swelling and inflammation but will not treat the fungal infection, actually in some cases it might get worse because steroids may reduce immune response.

To help with it you may use an antifungal cream like clotrimazole or miconazole or you can find over the counter cream for athlete's foot. Apply it twice a day for 7-10 days. You can use the steroid cream (hydrocortisone) once a day only. Make sure you keep your feet clean and dry and wear cotton socks.

If no improvement in 3-4 days or any worsening please see your doctor.

I hope I have answered to your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,

Antoneta Zotaj,
General & Family Physician

I find this answer helpful
Note: For further follow up on related General & Family Physician Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 
Loading Online Doctors....
How Can Itchy Red Spots On The Toes Be Treated?

Hello, You might have a fungal infection of the toes. Having steroid cream will reduce the swelling and inflammation but will not treat the fungal infection, actually in some cases it might get worse because steroids may reduce immune response. To help with it you may use an antifungal cream like clotrimazole or miconazole or you can find over the counter cream for athlete s foot. Apply it twice a day for 7-10 days. You can use the steroid cream (hydrocortisone) once a day only. Make sure you keep your feet clean and dry and wear cotton socks. If no improvement in 3-4 days or any worsening please see your doctor. I hope I have answered to your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Antoneta Zotaj, General & Family Physician