Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually begins between the toes. It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tight-fitting shoes. Athlete's foot is closely related to other fungal infections such as ringworm and jock itch. It can be treated with over-the-counter antifungal medications, but the […]
Toenail fungus usually is caused by a microscopic organism called dermatophyte fungus. It often begins as a white or yellow spot under the tip of your toenail. But as the infection goes deeper, nail fungus may cause your nail to discolor, thicken and crumble at the edge.
Soak your hands or feet. Soaking your hands or feet in warm, soapy water softens corns and calluses. This can make it easier to remove the thickened skin. Thin thickened skin. During or after bathing, rub a corn or callus with a pumice stone, nail file, emery board or washcloth to help remove a layer of toughened skin.
Share this: DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am prone to hives and skin rashes, and I have severe eczema and other issues that prompted a recent visit to my dermatologist. She suggested that a rash on my feet was related to COVID-19. She also suggested that I be tested for COVID-19. I was shocked when the test came back positive. Can you explain what this phenomenon is?
Wear protective footwear. If your work puts you at risk of injuring your toes, wear protective footwear, such as steel-toed shoes. Check your feet. If you have diabetes, check your feet daily for signs of ingrown toenails or other foot problems. If home remedies haven't helped your ingrown toenail, your doctor may recommend: Lifting the nail.
See your health care provider if you have leg pain or numbness, sores that won’t heal on your feet or legs, or changes in the color of the skin around your legs or feet. Peripheral artery disease, which often accompanies diabetes and coronary artery disease, is strongly associated with smoking.
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have several unsightly skin tags on different areas of my body. As I age, I notice more of these skin tags appearing out of nowhere. What are skin tags, and are they harmful? Can I do something to get rid of them myself, or do I need to see a dermatologist? ANSWER: Skin […]
The second part of your question about chronic infections being associated with a fungus is actually related to another topic: chronic sinusitis. Some people who have sinus symptoms, such as a stuffy nose, nasal drainage and a decreased sense of smell, assume they have a sinus infection. If the symptoms appear after a cold, that may be true.
If your work puts you at risk of injuring your toes, wear protective footwear, such as steel-toed shoes. Check your feet. If you have diabetes, check your feet daily for signs of ingrown toenails or other foot problems. Complications Left untreated or undetected, an ingrown toenail can infect the underlying bone and lead to a serious bone ...
