What causes itchy instep?

Athlete's foot, which is usually caused by fungal infection, will cause blisters to develop between the toes and cause itching symptoms. Therefore, if itching occurs between the toes or on the soles of the feet, it is usually caused by athlete's foot caused by fungal infection. But some people find that their feet are very itchy. Most people don't know what causes itching on the instep. So what is going on?

Many people experience itchy instep in daily life, and if the situation is serious, it will be accompanied by great pain. Therefore, in life, this problem cannot be ignored and more scientific and healthy methods should be chosen to help relieve and treat it. The rotten toes are actually caused to a large extent by tinea pedis.

1. Dermatitis

You can use Daktarin and miconazole nitrate cream to apply to the affected area, and avoid eating some irritating foods, such as onions, ginger, garlic and other foods that are prone to cause allergies, such as fish, shrimp and other seafood.

2. Skin allergies

For allergic reactions caused by fungal or bacterial infections, treatment with pevisone only provides temporary relief and the cause needs to be identified. Severe itching can be treated with oral anti-allergic drugs.

3. Eczema

You should avoid eating irritating foods that can aggravate the disease and cause allergies, such as alcohol, spicy and fried foods, shrimp, crab, beef, etc. Some protein-rich foods are difficult for the human body to break down, such as milk and beans, so it is better to eat less. Patients should also avoid various factors that irritate the skin, such as scratching, bathing with strong alkaline soaps or overheated water, and not exposing the affected area to direct sunlight.

4. Athlete’s foot (tinea pedis)

It is a skin infection caused by fungi. Athlete's foot is often caused by excessive sweating and moisture on the feet or poor ventilation of shoes and socks.

Do not touch things that are allergic to you, do not let your feet get wet, keep your feet dry, ventilated and breathable, do not wear shoes that cover your feet, choose shoes that expose more of your feet, which will help you recover faster.

Wash your feet frequently, wipe them clean after washing, and then apply medicine. Do not scratch them with your hands to avoid infection on your hands. Do not touch your clothes or quilts to avoid indirect infection. Wash them frequently to prevent infection to others.