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Advice on getting rid of athletes foot?

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Uphillanddowndale12 · 03/03/2016 18:43

I've had it on and off for about six months and previous to that. I'm prone to fungal infections. I didn't realise this is what it is at first - I have itchy toes and feeling like my toes are hot and sore after I've been walking for any length of time. When I realised it was athletes foot I bought an otc cream to use. Is there anything I can do to get rid off it and hopefully stop it coming back?

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hugoagogo · 03/03/2016 18:49

I've never had any luck with the creams.

I use surgical spirit on a cotton wool pad to clean between my toes morning and night- yes it stings, but not for long. Then dab a bit of tea tree oil.

Mine only seems to flare up if I have antibiotics, so thankfully I haven't had it lately.

stairway · 03/03/2016 22:25

Bathe feet in vinegar ,Or salt water can work well.

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