How to Deal With Toe Fungus
Toe fungus comes from a variety of sources. Athlete's foot, bacteria and sweat can cause fungus. When dealing with toe fungus, it's important to use correct hygiene to not only kill the fungus, but also to prevent cross-contamination. Athlete's foot and bacteria spread by direct contact, clothing contact or walking on the surface. Sweaty socks or feet left enclosed in a dark area such as shoes for several hours a day can cause fungus to grow. It's important to get rid of the fungus quickly. If the fungus enters the bloodstream, it can cause illness.
Things You'll Need
- Warm water
- Anti-fungal soap
- Paper towels
- Anti-fungal cream or spray
- Sweat powder
- Clean cotton socks
Instructions
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Wash the entire foot with lukewarm water and anti-fungal soap. Pat dry with paper towels. Throw the paper towels away in a trash bag.
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Spread anti-fungal cream or spray anti-fungal spray over the toes, nails and in between toes.
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Allow the spray or cream to dry before putting on the sweat powder.
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Put on clean, cotton socks. Cotton allows more air flow that other types of socks don't. Air flow is important in fungus prevention.
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Change your socks three times a day, or with each treatment. The socks should be thrown out to prevent cross-contamination.
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Call a doctor if the fungus does not go away or improve in a week. The nail may fall off if the fungus is bad enough.
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Tips & Warnings
Treat the fungus immediately.
If you cut your foot near the fungal area, go to a doctor.
