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There are three known types of infections that cause Athlete’s foot. They are Toe web infection, Moccasin-type infection and Vesicular infection. Each of these infections has different symptoms and appearance. What does athlete’s foot look like? Let’s take a closer look at each of them individually.

Toe Web Infection

Toe web infection also known as inter-digital infection is the most common of the three types of Athlete’s foot. It is usually formed between the fourth and fifth toes and pictures of athlete’s foot can show the appearance of scales on some people’s feet. Pale white in complexion and usually very moist-looking, the infection can graduate into cracked and peeling skin. If this should happen, then it means that there are bacteria in the infection. Bacteria will produce a faint odor and is enough indication that your infection is in severe state.

Moccasin-type infection

Moccasin-type infection is one of the more difficult types of Athlete’s foot to treat and it is longer-lasting than the other two infections. It takes on the form of thick and cracked dry skin either on the sole of one’s feet or on the heel which usually commences as a minor irritation and graduate into itching and burning.

The infection also targets hands and toenails. Infected toenails in athlete’s foot pictures can show signs of a thick coating on the nails that are usually flaky and crumbly looking. Even if this type of infection is treated, the chances of it being infected again are very high.

Vesicular Infection

When it comes to the Vesicular infection, there are really no warning signs like the other two infections that we have talked about before. Instead this type of infection tends to commence with an onslaught of blisters which are known as vesicles. Vesicles are visible between the toes, heel and top of the foot and this is clear to see in athlete’s foot pics. The blisters when infected with bacteria would eventually develop into cracks. Vesicular infection is the easiest to treat but like the other infections, symptoms can return if one does not following the usage period prescribed by their doctor. Chances of being infected again can occur if one isn’t taking preventative measures to eliminate a new infection. In other cases, if the medication that is prescribed by your doctor isn’t sufficient then the fungi will continue to spread.  An Athlete’s foot itch can spread to other parts of the body if it goes untreated. It can spread to one’s groin and is known as jock itch as well as it can affect the limbs and other parts of the body.

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Toe nail fungus can easily spread and become athletes foot. “People say to me they have had dry skin forever and it just doesn’t go a way and most of the time you see it is athlete foot that they have not been treating,” said Dr. Hutton. Athletes foot looks itchy but often is not. “It does not have to itch. One of the cases can be just a dry skin on the soles of the feet another one can be a wet or crack in between toes, which is one that everybody says itches the other thing is you can get red dots along the arch which can itch and burn,” Dr. Hutton said. It easily spreads.”It’s contagious and that is the whole idea and if you are walking on surfaces that people are walking barefoot, you get athletes foot,” said Dr. Hutton.

So the fact that Athlete’s Foot Fungus is very contagious, extra care is needed. It is advised that you don’t wear shoes that are closed in and not airy. Primarily Vinyl shoes without many holes or proper ventilation promotes the growth and spread of athlete’s foot if you get it. Try not to go barefoot in community areas that other people walk around in barefoot at any time. Examples of these places vary from locker rooms, showers that multiple people use, even water parks.

Toe nail fungus can be hard to detect at first. Imagine, women, that you especially could have a harder time noticing toe nail fungus if you have nail polishes on them, regardless of color of the polish. Now,  regardless of sex, think about if you’ve been barefoot at all recently, in a warm, moist area, that could possibly be contaminated. You may not be able to notice that you have toe nail fungus until it spreads into the more noticeable athlete’s foot.  Take extra care where you venture with bare feet, and give your feet some air when wearing tennis shoes. Try wearing flip-flops, clogs, or sandles when in places that athlete’s foot fungus may reside and keep your feet clean.

While college is a time for growth and development, some types of growth and developments are not good. That growing plague of fungi building up in college dorms is not good growth. One type of fungi, athletes foot, often pokes its dirty head in communal showers across the country. In fact, even in the most cleanest showers, there can be as much as 25 forms of bacteria and fungi growing. From truck stop showers to college dorms to shelters to everywhere in between the bacteria that causes athletes foot thrives in these places. Believe me the burning and itching of athletes foot is not worth it.  So what is the easiest way to avoid catching athletes foot in public showers? Never use a public shower barefooted!

Some Athletes Foot Prevention Measures

• Try to limit the amount that your feet sweat by wearing open-toed shoes or well-ventilated shoes, such as lightweight mesh running shoes.
• Wear lightweight cotton socks to help reduce sweat.
• Wear open-toed shoes or simply light-weight socks without shoes when at home.
• Keep shoes dry by wearing a different pair each day.
• Change socks and shoes after exercise. Never wear the same pair of socks twice without washing
• Replace sole inserts in shoes/sneakers on a frequent basis.
• Replace old sneakers and exercise shoes. Throw away those running shoes with 7 different holes in them.
• To prevent jock itch: When getting dressed, put on socks before underwear.
• After any physical activity shower with a soap that has both an antibacterial and anti-fungal agent in it.
• Wear sandals when showering in those wonderful communal showers, gym lockers, and/or truck stops etc.
• Always wash feet, particularly between the toes, with soap and dry thoroughly after bathing or showering.
• Never share towels with other people. This spreads bacteria and fungi.
• If you have experienced an infection previously, you may want to treat your feet and shoes with medicated skin cream to relief the burn and a benzyl konium chloride formula to stop the fungi.

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Athlete’s Foot is an infection that really should not be taken lightly. It can affect men, women, children, and adults, all equally. It can be spread by direct contact with infected people or objects. Also, once infected, a person can spread it to  other parts of the body. The fungus will have a different name, depending on the part of the body infected. If in the groin area, it is called Jock Itch, and anywhere else on the body (besides the  groin or feet) it is called Ringworm.

The majority of Athlete’s Foot sufferers report itching or burning, especially on the soles of the feet, and between the toes. Also, the toenails can become infected, causing them to become brittle, flaky, and even fall off. Due to the itching and burning, many people will scratch or irritate the fungal infection until it becomes raw, and even cracked and bleeding. If the skin becomes cracked, the skin can become susceptible to secondary bacterial infections. The secondary bacterial attack can breakdown the skin’s tissue, and eventually contribute to more pain on the infected area.  This breakdown of tissue can create soggy skin and very painful cracking and oozing between the toes.

Other complications with an untreated Athlete’s Foot infection include an allergic reaction resulting from proteins entering the bloodstream.  It can also cause blisters to appear on your fingers and hands.

Athlete’s Foot is also a very hearty infection. It survives well both on an off of the host. If left untreated, it can live in your environment, such as showers, towels, floors, and shoes, and infect others, or reinfect you.

There are some who may be content on purchasing over-the-counter drugs as and Athlete’s Foot cure to alleviate their pain, but this may not be enough for some truly severe cases. In some instances, infections due to Athlete’s Foot need antibiotics to kill the fungi.

Did you know that you can avoid getting infected with Athlete’s Foot Fungus by simply disinfecting your shoes! Benzolchonium Chloride is a proven disinfectant for killing the ringworm fungus in your environment or your shoes.  Just spray your shoes, let it dry, and you are done.  You can get this type of disinfectant locally or you can get it from us.  Your choice!

Our Disinfectant is made of the same stuff that hospitals use in their hospital emergency rooms. Its active ingredient is Benzolchonium Chloride.  The medical community recognizes how effective this product is and SO DO WE! We have been sending you tips and information for the past few weeks and we hope it has been helpful. Knowing the pain and humiliation that comes with Athlete’s foot, you now have the chance for the relief you deserve. Put yourself or your loved one first.

Yours Truly,

Joseph Marquardt
President, Q-Based Healthcare TM
The Makers of All StopTM Products
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Answers to the most commonly asked questions:

Q: What are the signs of Athlete’s foot?
A: The most common symptom is cracked, flaking, and peeling skin between the toes. The affected area is usually red and itchy. You may feel burning, stinging, there may be blisters, oozing, or crusting in some areas. Occasionally, people will also have these symptoms on their heels, palms, and between their fingers.

Q: Will Athlete’s foot affect my toenails?
A: Yes, Athlete’s foot can spread into your nail bed. This will cause your nail to become discolored, thick, and start to deteriorate and crumble.

Q: Is athlete’s foot contagious?
A: YES! You can spread it to other areas of your body, such as your groin area, which is commonly referred to as Jock Itch. You can also spread the fungus to others through direct contact or contact with items such as shoes, stockings, and shower or pool surfaces. You can even get it from your pets.

Q: How did I get Athlete’s foot?
A: There are many ways to contract Athlete’s foot. Some of the most common are through bare feet on shower and bathroom floors, bath mats, pool areas, locker rooms, damp towels, and infected socks and shoes.

Yours Truly,

Joseph Marquardt
President, Q-Based Healthcare TM
The Makers of All StopTM Products
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Toll Free 1.866.314.8917

Are your feet Itching and/or burning? Are you AFRAID to scratch? Do you fear you’ll spread the athlete’s foot or Jock Itch to the other parts of you body?

Benzalkonium Chloride has been proven to kill the tinea fungus associated with Athlete’s foot.  This ingredient can be used on the skin and also as a disinfectant for your environment to stop the spread of the tinea fungus.

Our products contain this Benzalkonium Chloride in our All StopTM and PuraCleenRxTM products.  Our products are recognized in the medical industry and are currently being used in hospital operating rooms.  These products PENETRATE DEEPLY and work quickly to go right to the fungus.

Yours Truly,

Joseph Marquardt
President, Q-Based Healthcare TM
The Makers of All StopTM Products
Info@qbased.com
Toll Free 1.866.314.8917