A Natural Remedy for Athlete’s Foot
So you just found out that you have athlete’s foot. You’re itching like crazy, burning your shoes to get rid of the smell and rubbing so much lotion on your feet that your hands are pruning. And now you are searching for a few remedies. Here are several remedies for athlete’s foot along with the risk factors as well.
For a mild case of athlete’s foot, your doctor may prescribe the following medicines: Terbinafine, Clotrimazole, or Miconazole. If you hear these names, you are well off. If you have a severe case of athlete’s foot, sprays and powders will be of no use to you. Your doctor may recommend oral medications, such as Itraconazole, Fluconazole, or Terbinafine. The side effects of these oral medications are minimal. There is some risk of gastrointestinal upset, rash and very rarely, abnormal liver function.
Some people try home remedies to cure athlete’s foot. Some people use onion and garlic extract as homeopathic remedy. You can also try to soak your feet in one part vinegar and 4 parts warm water. Soak for 1 hour and a half twice daily. Lastly, some podiatrists say soaking your feet in a solution of Epsom salts and warm water could relieve the symptoms of athlete’s foot. These natural solutions may or may not work for you, depending on the severity of your infection. A doctor should be consulted if you do not see an improvement within a few weeks.
