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The
basic kind of
walking can
be done almost
anywhere and at
any time,
year around.
more
about walking...
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| Athletes
foot does not as
its name suggests
affect only athletes.
It is a fungus infection
that develops just
below the skin and
predominately occurs
between the toes.
If athletes foot
remains untreated
the infection can
spread to the soles
of the feet, the
toenails and even
to other parts of
the body through
contaminated bed
sheets, scratching
and clothes. |
Athletes foot can be
recognised by an initial scaling of the skin
between the toes, this skin then becomes moist
or soggy. The skin may then flake and peel and
small blisters may appear. The new skin underneath
infected areas may look red, sore and inflamed.
Itching and burning may increase as the infection
spreads.
Fungi thrives
in damp, warm environments so areas around swimming
pools, showers, and locker rooms, are breeding
grounds for athletes foot. Not changing your socks
on a regularly basis can also lead to this condition
and people who suffer from sweaty feet are particularly
prone.
Anti-fungal powders, creams and sprays are all available over the counter to
help treat athletes
foot. However, much can be done to prevent the infection
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in the first
place. Daily
washing of
the feet, drying
the feet carefully,
changing socks
and shoes regularly
to decrease
moisture, avoid
walking barefoot,
reducing perspiration
by using talcum
powder and
wearing cotton
socks which
absorb moisture.
If the infection
does not respond
to proper foot
hygiene and
self care antibiotics
may need to
be prescribed. |
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