Treatments

Athlete’s Foot Treatments

Treatment for athlete’s foot ordinarily includes the application of an over-the-counter antifungal cream for at least one week. Your physician may also advise you to:

• Keep feet clean and dry and nails trimmed
• Avoid scratching, which can make the rash worse
• Wear sandals as much as possible
• Wear socks made of fabrics that wick away moisture
• After bathing, dry your feet last to avoid spreading the fungus to other parts of the body, causing ringworm or jock itch