What is Athlete's Foot?
Athlete's foot is one of those irritating skin problems that just seem to appear and then stubbornly refuse to go away. Treated effectively though it doesn't have to hang around for long.
Athlete's foot is a common fungal infection of the skin, typically appearing between the toes but also on the soles and sides of the feet. Lots of us get it, in fact as many as 1 in 4 people will suffer at some point.
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Canesten Dual Action AF cream is an effective, clinically proven and easy-to-use treatment and prevention application for athlete's foot.
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Who gets Athlete's Foot?
Active people, for instance, who take part in sports can be more susceptible, as well as those who work in warm, damp environments.
How does the infection occur?
The infection and its symptoms are caused by a contagious fungus that thrives in warm, moist environments. The fungus can be picked up easily, for instance by walking through a communal shower or changing room at the swimming pool, gym or sports hall. In fact, any place where people walk barefoot can be a source of infection.
What are the symptoms of Athlete's Foot?
The most irritating symptom of athlete's foot is itchy feet, but if left untreated the skin may start to flake or become cracked and painful. Occasionally it may become infected with bacteria, which you notice by an unpleasant odour.
It is important to check your feet regularly because, despite the name, anyone can get athlete's foot and it's actually quite common. Some people leave their athlete's foot alone in the hope that it may vanish, but unfortunately without proper treatment this is not likely to be the case.
How is Athlete's Foot treated?
Treating athlete's foot isn't difficult and before long the worst symptoms, such as itching and soreness, can disappear. But importantly you must complete the course of treatment to clear the infection and then take preventive measures to avoid re-infection at a later date.
How does Canesten Athlete's Foot cream work?
Canesten Dual Action AF cream is an effective, clinically proven and easy-to-use treatment and prevention application for athlete's foot. Canesten AF contains an anti-fungal agent called clotrimazole that works reliably and quickly to inhibit the growth of the fungus enabling the skin to repair itself and return to its original, pre-infected state. Clotrimazole also has anti-bacterial properties, giving the secondary benefit of helping to reduce foot odour, as bacteria can cause the feet to smell. Canesten Dual Action AF cream should be applied to the area 2 or 3 times a day and gently rubbed in. |
