Foot Health Info

Itchy feet are a condition of the feet that is somewhat common during exercise. Many people have often complained of itchy feet while exercising. I wrote a post in the past on the causes of itchy feet while running . You can read it to learn about the causes of itchy feet pertaining to that part of exercise. It is often tempting to scratch the feet when you got itchy feet. However, this is not advisable as scratching the feet can affect the skin of the feet especially when done continuously. If you are to scratch your feet just the way it scratches you, you are sure to remove the skin of your feet. I would suggest instead of scratching the feet, rub your hands on the affected area on your feet. Rubbing your hands on the affected area will definitely relieve you of the itchiness. But, this certainly will not lead to cure. Your feet can itch while exercising. This can be during or after exercising. There are factors responsible for this. However, the cause of itchy feet during or after

Sometimes the foot does itch. This does not necessary call for alarm. But, it becomes a problem if it happens repeatedly. There are several causes of itchy feet . These may be due to allergic reaction or irritation on the feet, insect bites , fungal infection, eczema, contact dermatitis, scabies, etc. Medication can also cause itchy feet. This is most times a sign that your skin is sensitive to the medication. If your feet itch, never too worry, there are ways you can tackle the condition on your feet. However, treatment differs, it include taking prescription medication, soaking the feet, etc. Below are some of the causes of itchy feet. Causes of itchy feet Dry feet can result in itchy feet. Dry feet occur more on skin that lack the ability to keep moisture. It is more common with older people because their skin has become thinner and as such do not have the ability to hold back to moisture. However, some medical condition can also result in dry feet. Athlete’s foot is

Preventing itchy feet is very important, but, how can you do so during winter . One of the causes of itchy feet is dry feet. Most people often get dry feet during winter. Winter is the time when dry feet, itchy feet tends to return. Dry feet during winter occur as a result of the low temperatures that characterized the period and the insufficient moisture in the air. So, you have to do all that you can to prevent this condition. What can be done? Good question! The following tips will help. How to prevent itchy feet in winter Get a humidifier if you don’t have one, and use it during winter. This helps you to take control over your environment and help you moisturize your room. Thereby preventing you from dry skin that characterized that period. Moisturize the skin of the feet regularly. There are several moisturizing creams and lotions for the feet available over the counter to help give your skin that suppleness it requires. This help to prevent the skin from getting dry

When your foot becomes dry with rash developing which becomes itchy as time goes on. Then, it could be that you got athlete’s foot. How do you know when that itchy foot rash on your feet is athlete’s foot? Athlete's foot which is also referred to as ringworm of the foot, is a fungal infection that affects the skin especially the skin of the feet. I sometimes ago wrote a post on athlete's foot . You can check it out to get better understanding on the disease. Before going to the ways to know if your itchy foot rash is athlete's foot, I would want to say that it is advisable to consult your doctor to properly evaluate your foot to tell what could cause that itchy rash. However, the following could help tell if your itchy rash is athlete’s foot. Athlete’s foot usually occurs in the areas or spaces between the toes . So, when you start developing itchy foot rash in the areas between the toes which tends to peel or which peels, then, it probably means you have athlete’

It is very important to care for all parts of the body. Certain parts of the body are often neglected and one of such part is the feet. When the feet is not properly care for, it gives room for bacteria and fungus to attack the feet.  The following are tips to help you care for your feet. Wash your feet everyday. Use soap, preferably anti-bacterial soaps, to wash your feet. Don’t forget the spaces between your toes. Towel your feet thoroughly after wash with a clean uninfected towel. Remember to wipe the areas between your toes as leaving it damp encourages the spread of bacteria on your feet. Moisturize your feet daily with a good foot moisturizing cream. The best time would be immediately after wash. Examine your feet regularly. You can ask someone to examine it for you. If you notice any abnormalities don’t hesitate to contact your doctor. You can also visit a podiatrist to have your feet examine. Avoid exposing your feet to harsh or unusual weather conditions such

Smelly feet put one most times in an embarrassing situation. Taking off your shoes in public is usually a big problem because of the offensive odor coming out from the feet. Do you know you can stop smelly feet by properly caring for your feet? The following are some of the ways to go about it. How to prevent smelly feet Wash your feet daily. Washing of the feet helps to keep bacteria always from your feet. The presence of bacteria on the feet often cause it to smell. A healthy feet hygiene will help to keep bacteria on your feet at minimal level. Use lukewarm water and a mild soap preferably anti bacteria soaps to wash your feet to reduce your chance of having bacteria on your feet as well as taking out those bacteria that may have found their way to your feet. Always dry your feet immediately after wash. This is necessary because bacteria love a damp environment. Drying your feet will help you reduce bacteria on your feet because the environment becomes unfavorable for th

Most women often experience itching during pregnancy. Some of these itching could be mild or severe. And one part of their body where they experience this itchiness is the feet. If you are pregnant and you experience itchy feet , then just know that you are not alone on this as there are several other women who do too. Sometimes your feet could itch at night . Itchy feet during pregnancy at night could be very frustrating as your sleep could be affected. Itchy feet during pregnancy sometimes gets serious during the last trimester of pregnancy. One reason that may be responsible for this is a condition known as obstetric cholestasis or cholestasis of pregnancy. Cholestasis most times relieves the woman soon after delivery. Cholestasis of pregnancy is caused when large amount of pregnancy hormones affect the normal flow of bile in the gall bladder by slowing or stopping the flow of the bile. When this happens, it causes bile acid to build up in the liver which can spill in the bloo

Athlete’s foot can actually be prevented when you observe good foot cleanliness. By keeping your feet clean, you are making your feet unfavorable for the fungus that causes athlete’s foot to flourish. Just in case you are interested in finding out ways to prevent athlete’s foot, here are tips to help you out. Ensure your feet is always clean. Wash your feet regularly with a good soap. Anti-fungal soaps can help you have fungus free feet. When washing your feet ensure you don’t forget the areas in between your toes as this is the areas where athlete’s foot fungus normally manifests. Dry your feet and ensure it stays dry after performing certain activities or after every daily routine. For example it is advisable to dry your feet after swimming, bathing, etc. Dry your feet with towel that has not been infected. One way to avoid using infected towel is to avoid using other people's towel or avoid sharing your towel with someone else. Don’t forget the areas in between your t

The feet are a very vital part of our body, but many of people take it for granted. Many people treat the feet as though they are not supposed to be maintained, they force the feet into tight shoes and heels, maintaining poor hygiene and do all sorts of things to the feet. As a result these cause several problems to the feet and body including diseases such as athlete’s foot, smelly feet, pain the knee, hip and back and which in most times causes us to breakdown. To prevent them, you must start caring for you feet today. The following tips will help you have healthy feet and prevent complications common with poor foot care. Tips Wash your feet daily – morning and evening. When washing, pay attention to the skin in between your toes as these areas can house some bacteria which can cause foot disease. Also dry your feet after wash also pay attention to the areas between your toes. Pay attention to your toenails by trimming the nails. Purchase the right size of shoes,

Cracked feet is one of the symptoms of dry feet. Cracked feet can occur along side other symptoms of dry feet. Cracked feet may become severe when there is a deep cracks in the affected area called ‘fissure’. Anyone can develop cracked feet especially in the winter and in the harmattan seasons in the tropical regions of the world. Cracked skin develops more on the hands and feet. The areas of the feet most prone to the development of cracked feet are the heels. When the skin of the feet is open, it becomes exposed to bacteria and fungal infections. Cracked Feet Causes Dry and cold weather can cause cracked feet. When there is excessive cold or dry weather outside and when you expose yourself to such weather, then you are likely going to develop cracked feet. This is common during the winter in the temperate region and the harmattan season in the tropical region. When you are obese or when you gain excessive weight there tends to be an extra weight on the feet which can ca

Dry feet  (Xerosis) is a condition that can affect anyone. But, its common with those with athlete’s foot or diabetics or those who don’t moisturize their feet regularly with products containing moisturizer. Dry skin around the heels can cause crack due to the severity of the feet dryness. People with dry feet can also experience other symptoms such as itchiness of the feet , cracks in the feet , rash (usually as a result of itching, peeling of the skin , etc. In this article, you are going to learn about the causes, prevention and possible treatment of dry feet. Dry Feet Causes Essentially, dry feet are caused by lack of moisture in the skin. However, there are several factors that can cause dry feet. They include the following: When a person lose more water than he/she takes in , they get dehydrated. And once dehydration sets in, it often leads to dry skin which also include the skin of the feet. As one gets older, the skin loses its suppleness and this cause the

Have you had to deal with a smelly feet? I tell you its problematic and embarrassing. You find it difficult to take off your shoes and socks in places where there are people because of the unpleasant smell from the feet. In this article you are going to learn about the causes of smelly feet, how to prevent it and possible treatment for smelly feet. What causes smelly feet? Sweaty feet is one of the major causes of smelly feet. Although, sweat itself is odorless, it creates an environment that favors the growth of bacteria that causes smelly feet to strive. The causes of sweaty feet can also cause smelly feet. For example, putting on shoes and socks, that does not allow your feet to breath for many hours. Wearing socks made from nylon and polyester can also cause excessive sweating which can lead to smelly feet. The hair on the feet may also contribute to the intensity of the smell by increasing the surface area for the bacterial to strive. How to prevent smelly feet Pre

Have you ever had to deal with itchy feet? If you had, you must agree with me that it is a very irritating and annoying experience.You feel like picking anything you find around to scratch your feet. Itchy feet can affect anyone.This post has information on itchy feet meaning, symptoms, causes, prevention and treatment. Itchy Feet Meaning Itchy feet means an irritating sensation around the feet that cause a desire to scratch. You can read about other meaning of itchy feet. I wrote a post about it sometime ago. Itchy Feet Symptoms Some of the itchy feet symptoms include the following; Itching of the feet and the toes. This could be mild or severe itching. Inflammation of the feet. There could be bleeding of the skin due to constant itching. What Causes Itchy Feet? Itchy feet causes include the following: Wearing of shoes or socks while they are wet. Bacteria strive most in this environment. Not properly drying the feet before wearing shoes or socks.

Every year thousands of people die from mosquito bite especially bites from malaria carrying mosquitoes. Most of these deaths occur in sub-Sahara Africa and children below the age of five are the worst hit! There is a discovery that will be useful in reducing the spread of malaria by eliminating malaria carrying mosquitoes. This is being made possible by scientist in Tanzania. These scientists have developed a trap that would help to get rid of mosquitoes after studying their magnet or attractiveness to smelly socks. It is predicted that the trap when completely develop will aid the reduction in the spread of malaria. This is because, the trap when fully developed is expected to attract up to four times as many mosquitoes compared to human. When the mosquitoes finally enter the trap, they would be killed by insecticide which will be fixed in the trap. It is expected that the trap could help to reduce the spread of malaria which is transmitted by mosquitoes. And this will be massi

Athletes foot which is also known as Tinea pedis is a common fungal infection that affects the feet. It is a contagious infection that develops between the toes. Despite the fact that it affects people who play sports more because of the environment where they are found, it can affect just anybody. Athlete foot is not peculiar or restricted to athlete, it infect them more because they stays more in an environment that is favorable to the fungal that causes athletes foot. The fungus grows in an environment that is warm and humid. It is spread by direct contact with contaminated surfaces. In other words you get infected when you have an encounter with the fungus that causes athlete foot. Athletes Foot Symptoms The symptoms of athletes foot are often visible in the spaces between the toes. Some of the common symptoms of athletes foot include the development of rash in the skin between your toes which may cause the toes to become itchy, red, burning, blister, cracked, etc