Skin Rashes

Medical term: Urticaria

What are hives?

Hives are transient (they come and go), red skin swellings that are extremely itchy and may burn or sting. They are a result of your immune system “overreacting” to something. They can last for a number of hours or even days. As one area of hives disappears, a new area can appear just as unexpectedly. They can vary from the size of a small thumbtack to the size of a dinner plate. 10-20% of all people have to deal with hives at some point in time.

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Athletes foot treatment:

1. Foot Powder. Since foot fungus needs a moist area to grow, parch the fungus. Keep your feet as dry as possible. You can do this by using an over-the counter medicated powder to absorb the moisture from your feet.
2. Anti-Fungal Cream. If you don’t like using a powder, you should try using an over-the counter anti-fungal cream. If used correctly, these creams can kill the nasty fungus and leave you free of the itch and irritation. You should use creams that contain tolnaftate or miconazole nitrate. Use the cream as directed for the full number of days recommended.

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Feet feeling itchy? Is the skin between your toes cracked and dry? Are your feet shedding skin? Well, you may just have a fungal infection, commonly known as athlete’s foot.

Athlete’s foot does not only occur in athletes but can actually happen to anyone. You can catch it from swimming pools, public showers or locker rooms, or even your own bathroom, if someone in your household has it.
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