How can I prevent fungal infections of the feet and nails?
Fungal foot and nail infections are widespread and can be annoying and stubborn. But there are ways to prevent infection. In this article, you will find out how you can effectively prevent athlete's foot and nail fungus.
Causes and risk factors for fungal infections of the feet and nails
Fungal foot infections always occur when fungal spores penetrate the skin. As fungal spores are widespread, athlete's foot infections are also very common. Fungi feel particularly at home in warm, damp rooms such as showers, saunas and swimming pools. The risk of contracting athlete's foot is particularly high here. People whose skin's natural protective function is impaired are particularly affected. This is already the case if the skin is dry and cracked. Fungal spores can then easily penetrate the skin and cause infections.
Nail fungal infections are usually the result of a foot fungal infection. The risk of getting a fungal nail infection therefore depends heavily on the causes and risks of a fungal foot infection.
Preventive measures in everyday life
The simplest measure is to avoid direct contact of fungal spores with the skin and to wear appropriate footwear. Especially in swimming pools, saunas and communal showers, it helps to avoid walking barefoot to reduce the risk of infection. Another important measure to prevent a fungal infection is the skin's natural protective function. It ensures that fungal spores cannot penetrate the skin. Suitable foot and nail care products help to maintain and restore the natural protective function of the skin and nails.
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Good skin care is an important measure to strengthen the skin's natural protective function. Providing the skin with moisture and lipids helps to keep it supple and strengthen its natural protective function. Appropriate foot care products that reduce sweat production help with sweaty feet. A foot powder can also be used to absorb moisture from the feet. As fungi love moisture, this is a good measure to reduce their spread.
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Well-groomed, supple nails are more resistant to fungal infections than brittle, cracked nails. This is why it is so important that not only the feet receive adequate care, but also the toenails.
Our tip if you do get a fungal infection: Allpresan Foot Special No. 7 Foam Cream was developed for special, supplementary care as part of athlete's foot therapy. The combination of 10% urea, glycerine and biomimetic lipids increases the skin's moisture content and contributes to the regeneration of the skin barrier. The natural protective function of the skin barrier is strengthened and the risk of potentially infectious germs and fungal spores penetrating the skin is reduced. The foam cream contains clotrimazole.
Importance of hygiene and cleaning for athlete's foot
Good hygiene and regular cleaning of the feet are also crucial to prevent athlete's foot and nail infections. This also includes drying your feet thoroughly after bathing or showering and changing socks and shoes regularly.
SUMMARY AND CONCLUSION
Fungal foot pathogens are widespread. The best protection against a fungal infection is to avoid direct contact between the fungus and the skin (nail). This can primarily be achieved by avoiding walking barefoot. In swimming pools, saunas and communal showers, slippers offer good protection against fungal infections. In addition to avoiding contact, the natural protective function of the skin barrier is the second important factor in preventing infection. Appropriate skin care that restores the skin's natural protective function is a good measure to reduce the risk of fungal foot infections