The mushrooms They are very contagious, they can be spread by the environment, in particular when heat and humidity are important, and after contact with another person or between two parts of the body, if one of them is affected. These parasites They need a dark and humid environment to live properly, and feet are ideal accommodation for these unsavory inhabitants.
Furthermore, the symptom unpleasant that occur, when parasites begin to settle on the nails, can cause aesthetic and health problems, and therefore it is necessary to be examined by a chiropodist. To avoid having foot fungus, different tips can be followed.
The feet they perspire normally, especially if poorly adapted footwear is used. To avoid having fungus, you have to start by buying good cotton socks, to allow the feet to breathe and avoid the accumulation of moisture and bacteria.
It is also recommended to avoid wearing shoes made of plastic or synthetics, and choose footwear made from natural materials, such as leather. If it is not possible, you should choose models that allow you to have ventilated feet, always trying to choose the size of the footwear adequateo, because too tight shoes promote perspiration.
It is also necessary to dry your feet properly after each bath or shower, especially the interdigital part. It is necessary to avoid humidity in this area because it is essential to prevent the appearance of mushrooms and not present an environment conducive to the growth and development of these parasites. The use of talcum powder to prevent perspiration from the feet is an excellent way, not only to control the bad smell given off by this area, but to avoid the moisture caused by sweat.
It is also important to hang the towels to dry once they have been used. Do not forget that humidity is the best ally of these parasites, and if the towels are damp, they could become a source of contagion. If you go to the Swimmingpool And then you take a shower in that place, it is advisable to use slippers or water shoes for personal hygiene. These measures allow to limit the contact between the feet and the surfaces where there may be many fungi.
The mycoses of feet may be at the origin of a more difficult problem to eliminate, which is the mycosis of nails. Therefore, it is recommended to go to a dermatologist or podiatrist immediately after detecting the problem, so that they can indicate an appropriate treatment.