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Athlete's Foot

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Athlete's foot is a common fungal skin infection affecting the feet, especially between the toes. It causes itching, scaling and irritation and spreads more easily in warm moist environments.

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Tea Tree Oil

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Topical tea tree oil (5% diluted in a carrier oil or gel formulation) applied to individual spots once or twice daily.

⏱ Weeks·💪 Low effort

Oral Antifungal Medication

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Severe or persistent infections may require oral antifungal medication.

⏱ Weeks·💪 Medium effort

Washing Feet Daily

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Regular washing supports hygiene and fungal management.

⏱ Days·💪 Low effort

Breathable Footwear

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Breathable shoes may reduce sweating and trapped moisture.

⏱ Days to weeks·💪 Medium effort

Antifungal Powder

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Antifungal powders may help reduce moisture and fungal growth in shoes and socks.

⏱ Days to weeks·💪 Low effort

Vinegar Foot Soaks

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Vinegar foot soaks are a traditional home remedy sometimes used for fungal infections.

⏱ Weeks·💪 Low effort

Topical Antifungal Cream

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Topical antifungal creams such as terbinafine or clotrimazole are standard treatment for athlete's foot.

⏱ 1 to 4 weeks·💪 Low effort

Avoid Walking Barefoot in Shared Areas

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Wearing sandals in communal showers and pools may reduce fungal spread.

⏱ Preventive·💪 Low effort

Keeping Feet Dry

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Keeping feet dry helps prevent fungal growth and recurrence.

⏱ Days to weeks·💪 Medium effort

Changing Socks Daily

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Changing socks regularly reduces moisture and fungal build-up.

⏱ Days·💪 Low effort

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