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  1. It is not a very serious condition and can be treated using over-the-counter or anti-fungal medications based on the severity.

    Medication

    Topical antifungals: Creams or sprays applied on the infected area to clear the fungus.

    Azole . Allylamines . Butenafine . Ciclopirox . Tolnaftate

    Systemic antifungals: Doctor may prescribe oral antifungal medications.

    Terbinafine . Itraconazole . Fluconazole

    Antibiotics: Antibiotics may be prescribed if bacterial infection develops due to blisters.

    Erythromycin . Clindamycin

    Topical steroids: Prescribed to prevent inflammation.

    Hydrocortisone

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    Selfcare

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    Always talk to your provider before starting anything.

    • Keep the feet dry, especially between the toes
    • Avoid tight fitting footwear
    • Avoid walking bare foot outside the house

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    Specialist

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    Primary care physician : Specializes in the acute and chronic illnesses and provides preventive care and health.

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    Diagnosis

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    One or more of these tests may be recommended by your medical provider.
    Diagnosis is made based on the signs and symptoms. KOH (potassium hydroxide) test may be ordered to confirm the fungal infection.

    Common tests & procedures

    Physical examination: To diagnose athlete’s foot by examining for rashes, itchiness, blisters or scaling.

    KOH test: Skin sample is scrapped and this will be placed in potassium hydroxide (KOH). The KOH destroys the healthy cells and leaves out fungus cells which confirms the infection.

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  1. To treat athlete's foot, you can use the following antifungal options12345:
    • Terbinafine (Lamisil AT)
    • Clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF)
    • Tolnaftate (Tinactin)
    • Griseofulvin (for more severe infections)
    • Itraconazole (for more stubborn infections)
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    Use an antifungal product. After washing and drying your feet, apply an antifungal product. The antifungal terbinafine (Lamisil AT) has been shown to be very effective. Another option is clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF).
    www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/athletes-f…

    Key takeaways:

    • Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis) is an itchy foot rash caused by a fungus.
    www.goodrx.com/conditions/athletes-foot/athletes-f…
    An antifungal tablet is sometimes prescribed for adults with athlete's foot if the infection does not clear with a cream, or if the infection is severe. Tablets are also sometimes needed if the infection is in many places on the skin in addition to the toes. Tablets used include terbinafine, griseofulvin, or itraconazole.
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    Lamisil, Lotrimin, and Tinactin are some foot fungus treatments you may already be familiar with, but there are several other options at your local drugstore. Most over-the-counter athlete's foot medications are usually able to resolve this common fungal infection in a few weeks.
    www.verywellhealth.com/over-the-counter-foot-anti…
    OTC antifungals for athlete's foot include: Lamisil (terbinafine) Lotrimin, Mycelex (clotrimazole) Tinactin, Desenex, Absorbine, Blis-To-Sol, Ting (tolnaftate) Micatin (miconazole) Blis-To-Sol liquid, Cruex (undecylenic acid) These preparations may come in creams, sprays, powders, or drops.
    www.verywellhealth.com/athletes-foot-8653702
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