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Suggest Treatment For Toe Itchiness And Dry Flakes
I do not have redness or blisters or lumps on my toes. But my toes are itchy on top where the knuckles are. They do not look infected but the itch doesn t go away. The creases on top of the knuckles are a little dry and flakey. I m wondering if I have athletes foot and if I need to throw away all my shoes and get new ones.
Fri, 6 Jun 2014
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The symptoms you are having are most probably suggestive of athlete's foot.
I would suggest you to apply topical antifungal medication (a drug placed directly on the skin)
The feet must be kept clean and dry since the fungus thrives in moist environments.
Steps to prevent athlete's foot include wearing shoes that allow the feet to breathe, and daily washing of the feet with soap and water. Drying the feet thoroughly and using a quality foot powder can also help prevent athlete's foot.
Hope you are happy with the answer.
Thank you
Welcome to HCM
The symptoms you are having are most probably suggestive of athlete's foot.
I would suggest you to apply topical antifungal medication (a drug placed directly on the skin)
The feet must be kept clean and dry since the fungus thrives in moist environments.
Steps to prevent athlete's foot include wearing shoes that allow the feet to breathe, and daily washing of the feet with soap and water. Drying the feet thoroughly and using a quality foot powder can also help prevent athlete's foot.
Hope you are happy with the answer.
Thank you
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