Symptoms, remedies, treatments and care for Athlete's Foot

Athlete's Foot

Athlete's foot, known medically as tinea pedis, is a common skin infection of the feet caused by fungus. It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tightfitting shoes.

Signs and symptoms of athlete's foot include a scaly rash that usually causes itching, stinging and burning. In severe cases the skin may blister.

Athlete's foot is contagious and can be spread via contaminated floors, towels or clothing.

Remedies:

Apply yogurt
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Soak in white vinegar
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Apply onion juice
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Soak in tea
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Soak in salt water
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Soak in cinnamon solution
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Apply crushed garlic
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Apply baking soda paste
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Apply tea tree oil
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Apply olive leaf paste
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Apply clove essential oil
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Apply calendula (marigold) ointment
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