Saturday, October 24, 2009

Athletes foot???

my 11 year old might have athletes foot. right below her toes and on her big toe are peeling. they kinda smell but i am not sure if it is form her shoes as her shoes are made out of man made material. HELP?!?!?

Athletes foot???
Athlete's foot, medically known as tinea pedis, is a fungal infection of the skin of the feet. Despite its name, athlete's foot can affect anyone and is not restricted to those who play sports or participate in physical exercise. It is estimated that up to 70% of the population will have athlete's foot at some time in their lives.





Symptoms of athlete's foot include dry skin, itching, burning, and redness of the feet. The symptoms are often apparent in the skin between the toes, where the infection usually starts. Blistering, peeling, cracking of the skin, and bleeding may occur. Sometimes the affected skin can appear white and wet on the surface.





The fungus that causes athlete's foot can be found on floors and clothing, and the organisms require a warm, dark, and humid environment in order to grow. The infection spreads by direct contact with contaminated surfaces or objects. As the infection spreads, it may affect the soles of the feet or the toenails. The affected skin is also more vulnerable to bacteria that cause skin infection (cellulitis). This is particularly common in persons with diabetes, the elderly, and people with impaired function of the immune system.





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Reply:There are different signs of athletes foot, but the most common is itching. If her foot itches and she wants to scratch it all the time, then yes she may have it. If it's just pealing, the foot, like hands will peel when a calis is forming. A calis is nothing to worry about, they form when that particular part is rubbed or used often. Many people who work-out get them on their hands due to the dumbells and barbells.
Reply:You can always treat them in Listerine, just for the precaution.


Will not hurtyour daughter at all, and will kill any fungis on her toes.



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