What causes itchy soles of feet? What should I pay attention to?

If you find that the soles of your feet are itchy and the feeling becomes stronger and stronger. Generally, this situation is mostly caused by fungal infection of the skin, which is what we often call athlete's foot. If it is not treated in time and blister-type athlete's foot occurs, the symptoms will become more serious.

There are many reasons for itchy soles of feet, including athlete's foot, fungus, keratosis and desquamation, and eczema.

The keratotic and desquamative type is characterized by dryness and desquamation of the soles of the feet, which gradually expands and worsens in winter, and may form heel cracks, which may be alleviated in summer. The blister type is mainly characterized by piled or scattered blisters on the side edges of the feet. The blister walls are thick and may be itchy. It is more common in summer. The blisters usually dry up on their own and desquamation occurs. If not handled properly, secondary bacterial infection may occur, forming a purulent rash, which the patient will experience pain. The interdigital erosion type is also relatively common, and is often the first manifestation of tinea pedis. For example, the skin between the toes becomes soaked and white, and then peels off, causing itching, which often leads to scratching, causing the epidermis to peel off, revealing the fresh, tender and thin skin underneath. It is generally more severe in summer and less severe in winter. It can also occur in winter for people with more foot sweating. It is common and is often the first manifestation of tinea pedis, such as the skin between the toes becoming whitish and then peeling off, and itching, which often leads to scratching, causing the epidermis to peel off, revealing the fresh, tender and thin skin underneath. It is generally more severe in summer and less severe in winter. It can also occur in winter for people with more foot sweating.

suggestion:

1) Pay attention to cleanliness, keep the skin dry, keep the feet clean, wash several times a day, and change socks frequently.

(2) It is not advisable to wear non-breathable shoes such as sports shoes and hiking shoes to avoid excessive foot sweating and aggravated foot odor.

(3) Actively eliminate the inducing factors, such as foot sweating, athlete's foot, etc.

(4) Avoid eating foods that can easily cause sweating, such as hot peppers, raw onions, raw garlic, etc.

(5) Keep calm. Excitement can easily induce excessive sweating and worsen foot odor.