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Prevention of fungal skin infections

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Prevention of fungal skin infections: Fungal skin infections are common during the rainy season for mainly two reasons, firstly the humidity which is occurs during monsoon and secondly the monsoon itself, as people gets wet. Warmth, humidity, sweating, and poor air circulation all help bring about these fungal infections. Simple preventive tips are:

Ø   Dry your skin thoroughly after bathing and sweating

Ø   Wipe the excess sweat from the body during work.

Ø   Wear loose fitting clothes made of cotton.

Ø   Alternate pairs of shoes every two or three days to give them time to dry out.

Ø   Wash your clothes and bed linen frequently to remove any fungi

Ø   Do not wear wet clothes for long duration

Ø   Change socks and undergarment daily.

Ø   keep your blood sugar under control if you have diabetes

 

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