Athletes Foot Infection - diagnosis and management
May 30, 2010
Athletes foot infection or Tinea Pedis is one of the most commonly encountered foot infections. It affects nearly a quarter of the population. It increases in prevalence to 60% in elderley patients and males are three times more frequently affected than females.
Fungal skin infection leads to itching redness and cracking of the heels and soles of the foot. Many people are ‘driven mad’ by these symptoms. Effecftive management of tinea pedis should focus on two aspects: treating the infection and preventing reoccurrence. The essential oils blended in Footessential’s Ditch that Itch are antifungal, antibacterial and antiseptic. It also contains an oil which helps the skin cells to regenerate. When applied this product has an immediate soothing affect. It can be used throughout the summer months and for long enough to eradicate the infection without causing any chemical build up for the body to have to then cope with.
When patients ask ‘How can I cure the horrible symptoms of athletes foot infection we advise that they visit a podiatrist and have the infection properly diagnosed and then use Ditch that Itch at least twice per day. Foot hygiene is extremely important in order to keep this irritating and uncomfortable condition at bay.