What to do if you have athlete's foot during breastfeeding

Athlete's foot is a very common disease and is contagious. Although it has certain effects, it is not very harmful. As long as it is treated correctly, athlete's foot can be solved. However, because breastfeeding is a very special period, once athlete's foot occurs, we are very worried that it will cause further impact. So, what should you do if you have athlete’s foot during breastfeeding? Let’s take a look below.

Athlete's foot is a symptom of fungal infection and is more likely to occur when wearing shoes that are not breathable. In severe cases, it can lead to symptoms of erosion and infection. Breastfeeding mothers with severe athlete's foot can use ointment. Topical medications are only absorbed locally and then act on the affected area. They will not affect breastfeeding or the child. Generally, topical ointments used by mothers will not affect breast milk. However, you must pay attention to keep your hands clean and wash your hands frequently. Do not let your baby touch your affected area, and do not let your feet come into contact with your baby's things, even with your hands that have touched his feet. If you want to apply ointment, it is recommended to apply it with a cotton swab and try not to touch the affected area with your hands. In addition, we should also pay attention to personal hygiene care in daily life.

Avoid alkaline substances. When washing your feet, avoid using irritating chemicals such as alkaline soaps. People with tight spaces between toes can use toilet paper to absorb moisture, allow ventilation, and keep their toes clean.

Avoid spicy food. Avoid eating foods that can easily induce sweating, such as hot peppers, raw onions, and raw garlic. It is best not to drink alcohol. Eat more nutritious and easily digestible foods, and eat more vegetables and fruits high in vitamins.

Avoid sharing cleaning supplies. Avoid using public towels, slippers, etc. in public places such as swimming pools and bathrooms. Shower after swimming and dry with a clean towel. Do not share shoes and socks with others to avoid reinfection.

Home remedies for treating athlete's foot:

1. Wash your feet with water boiled with eggplant roots and salt to cure athlete's foot.

2. Apply Fengyoujing to the affected area once or twice a day. Generally, the effect will be seen after several times.

3. Continuously rubbing with raw garlic can cure it.

4. Green tea contains tannic acid, which has antibacterial effects and is especially effective in treating athlete's foot.

5. Apply the ointment directly to the affected area for obvious results.

6. Mix vanishing cream with vinegar into a paste and apply it to the affected area. Use it as soon as it is prepared. Mild cases can be cured with one use, while severe cases can be cured with 2 to 3 uses.

7. Pour bottled beer into a basin without adding water. After washing your feet, soak them in the beer for 20 minutes and then rinse. Soak twice a week.

8. When winter melon is on the market, boil the peeled winter melon peel in water. After the water is boiled and cooled, soak your feet in the winter melon peel water for 15 minutes. Do this for a period of time and your athlete's foot will improve.

9. Crush 150 grams of soybeans, add appropriate amount of water, and cook over low heat for about 20 minutes. After it cools down a little (when you can tolerate it), use the water to soak your feet. It is very effective in treating athlete's foot and can also moisturize the skin.

10. In addition to the folk remedies mentioned above, you can also directly apply some pure Chinese herbal ointments, such as foot cleansing ointment, which can effectively kill deep fungi and prevent the recurrence of athlete's foot.