It is a fungal skin infection around the toes. It is caused by a fungus known as dermatophytes. This condition is usually seen in people whose toes tend to get sweaty while wearing tight shoes and socks. It will appear as a blister, scaly peeled skin, and has continuous itching. It can be treated by maintaining good hygiene and using ointments such as Econazole or Ciclopirox.
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Is red rash on the top of my foot a sign of tinea pedis?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 41-year-old male, and I have a red rash on the top of my foot, which is very painful. It covers the bottom half of my toes and goes about three-fourth of the way down my foot. I have had it for a couple of weeks now, and I think it is an athlete’s foot. I have tried so ma... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern, but there are no attached photographs in your message. Kindly send a picture of the affected area to help you better. I need to see the affected area to assess the condition and to suggest the appropriate treatment. Take care. Thanks. Read Full »
I am having dry feet due to the athlete's foot. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I have had dry feet and fungal growth for five to six days. I am suffering from athlete’s foot and type 2 diabetes. I am taking medications only for diabetes. However, I could not consume the prescribed medicines as there was a shortage of medicines I used. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you apply Luliconazole cream twice daily for one month, liquid paraffin lotion twice daily for ten days, and take the tablet Levocetirizine 5 mg at night after food for seven days (consult a specialist doctor, talk with him or her and take medicines with th... Read Full »