What to do if baby has ringworm on his feet

Anyone can have skin problems, including babies. But what should you do if ringworm grows on your baby’s feet? Parents should pay attention to distinguish the location and shape of the ringworm on the baby, and distinguish whether it is eczema or athlete's foot. Generally speaking, eczema is caused by allergies. At this time, parents should pay attention to the foods or items that their children are allergic to and seek timely treatment. If it is athlete's foot, it will be more troublesome because it is caused by fungi.

1 What is the reason for the itchy goose bumps on the baby's instep: eczema caused by allergies

The symptoms of small bumps and itching on the baby's feet are generally eczema caused by allergies. Due to weather and season reasons, it is easy to get eczema during the peak period of eczema.

Recommendation: Try to find the cause of the disease and avoid various external stimuli, such as excessive or hot water washing, scratching and friction, and avoid allergenic and irritating foods. For treatment, oral antihistamines such as cyproheptadine, chlorpheniramine, etc., and topical hydrocortisone butyrate ointment or elosone ointment can be used.

2 What is the reason for the itchy goose bumps on the baby's instep: Tinea pedis caused by fungal infection

Another symptom of itchy small bumps on the baby's feet may be tinea pedis caused by fungal infection. This is a phenomenon caused by sweaty feet, athlete's foot, odor in shoes or socks, or unhygienic foot washing.

Recommendation: Tinea pedis is an infectious disease caused by fungi, most of which require topical medication treatment. You can soak your feet in warm water first, and then use some antifungal drugs in combination with external Chinese medicine. Pay attention to maintaining hygiene and take medication regularly. After the symptoms disappear, continue taking the medication for another week.

3 Precautions for eczema caused by allergies

1. Don’t touch water too often. In winter, it is enough to take a bath once a day or every other day. When bathing, the water temperature should not be too hot, and bath products with high alkaline content should not be used. Do not bathe when eczema is severe or exuding, especially do not let the affected area come into contact with water. For babies with scabs, you can wipe them with vegetable oil (olive oil) to gradually soften the scabs.

2. Try to avoid sun exposure. Even when the temperature is low, you should still avoid too much sun exposure. Clothes and quilts should not be too thick to avoid sweat irritation. Clothes should be loose and cotton fabrics are most suitable. Do not let sweaters, blankets, chemical fibers, etc. come into contact with the skin. Baby's clothes, diapers and pillowcases should be washed and changed frequently, and the detergent must be rinsed off thoroughly.

3. Avoid allergens in the living environment. The baby’s environment should be kept clean and dry. The room temperature should not be too high, otherwise it will make eczema worse. At the same time, allergens in the environment should be reduced, such as house dust, mites, hair, artificial fibers, and fungi (carpets, pets).

4. Diet method: Avoid allergic foods. Try to avoid foods that are prone to allergies. If you are allergic to protein, you can eat egg yolk alone; also spicy, seafood, and fishy foods such as onions, garlic, peppers, leeks, fish, shrimps, and crabs. Eat more foods rich in vegetable oils.

4 How to prevent tinea pedis caused by fungal infection

1. Develop good hygiene habits, keep your feet clean and dry, and wash your shoes and socks frequently. People who sweat a lot on their feet should actively treat hyperhidrosis. Try not to wear nylon or pure wool socks and keep the inside of your shoes dry. You should not wear shoes that are not breathable, such as plastic shoes or rubber shoes.

2. Promote the separate use of sanitary ware. Families with conditions should promote the separate use of sanitary ware as much as possible, with one piece for each person to use individually.

3. Avoid foot irritation. Try to minimize contact with acidic and alkaline substances to avoid irritation to the foot skin caused by acidic or alkaline substances.

4. Patients with tinea pedis should receive timely treatment. Patients with various fungal diseases, especially tinea pedis, should receive timely treatment to avoid further infection.