Summer is a time to enjoy the sun and outdoor activities, but it is also a season when the risk of skin cancer increases. The ultraviolet (UV) rays in sunlight can damage the skin, and prolonged exposure to intense sunlight may increase the risk of developing skin cancer. Therefore, proper sun protection during summer is crucial for maintaining healthy skin.
How to treat with Athlete’s foot (Tinea Pedis)? It is a type of Tinea (Fungal) Infections!
Tinea (Fungal) Skin & Nail Infections
Fungal skin and nail infections are caused by a growth of fungus in the skin and nail. They usually cause rashes with a variety of different appearances. Some are red, scaly and itchy, while others may just produce a fine scale similar to dry skin. Fungal infections of the scalp or beard can lead to hair loss. Fungal infections can mimic other skin conditions such as psoriasis and eczema. Fungal nails can cause nails separation and smelly crumbs under the nails. Poor hygiene and prolonged wet skin increase the risk of infection.
Common fungal skin infections may be caused by a group of fungi called dermatophytes, or yeasts such as Candida. These include:
．Athlete’s foot (Tinea Pedis) – a common infection causing scaling and sogginess of the skin of the feet and the web spaces between the toes
．Nail infection (Onychomycosis, Tinea Unguium) – visible as malformed, thickened, discolored and crumbly nails
．Ring worm of the groin (Jock itch, Tinea Cruris), body (Tinea Corporis), scalp (Tinea Capitis) – often resulting in an itchy red rash that may be scaly at the edges and clear skin in the centre and ultimately dark marks (post inflammatory hyperpigmentation)
．Intertrigo – a yeast infection of the skin folds
．Pityriasis Versicolor/ Tinea Vesicolor – a yeast infection causing dark or light scaly patches over the trunk of the body
Diagnosis and Treatment
Diagnosis
Most fungal infections can easily be diagnosed by a dermatologist from the appearance and location of the rash. In selected cases, skin scrapings, nail clippings or hair samples may have to be sent to a laboratory to confirm the diagnosis.
Treatment
Most fungal skin infections are surface infections. These usually respond to topical treatments applied directly to the infected areas of the skin, which may be in the form of a cream, lotion or shampoo.
Antifungals in tablet form such as terbinafine and itraconazole may be prescribed by doctors for certain infections, especially when severe, extensive or refractory to topical treatments.
Prevention
Some measures can be taken to reduce the risk of recurrence of superficial fungal infections:
．Wear loose fitting cotton clothing that is designed to wick moisture away from skin surface
．Avoid sharing towels, clothes, shoes, slippers and hair combs
．Avoid barefoot in public showers or wet floorings
．Allow the groin and feet to dry completely after shower before putting on clothes
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Eczema is one of the most common dermatological issues in our daily lives. Its common symptoms include redness, swelling, dryness, peeling, papules, small blisters and persistent itching. Eczema is usually a long-term and chronic skin disease, although it is not contagious, there is a certain probability of recurrence. Therefore, when our skin is dry, sensitive, exposed to hot water or frequent hand washing, the skin is usually in a state of dryness and moisture, which increases the probability of eczema occurrence or recurrence.