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by\u00a0 Glendris Holder<\/p>\n

So you have followed all the recommendations, used the treatment, and washed and dried your feet thoroughly every day, yet the fungus is still present.\u00a0 Have you considered that your socks or stockings could be silent carriers?<\/p>\n

Socks and stockings sit directly against your skin, in your shoes, quietly absorbing sweat, dead skin cells, and fungal organisms. If they are not properly cleaned or are reused, they can continuously reintroduce infection to the feet.<\/p>\n

To fast-track your treatment and prevent reinfection, the following can be adopted:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Change your socks daily.<\/li>\n
  2. Heading to the gym or engaging in physical activity after work? Change your socks.<\/li>\n
  3. Choose antimicrobial socks or breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics such as nylon or cotton.<\/li>\n
  4. Avoid reusing socks.<\/li>\n
  5. Wash socks thoroughly using an antibacterial detergent.<\/li>\n
  6. Store clean socks in a dry, clean environment. Damp drawers can reintroduce bacteria and fungi before the socks are even worn.<\/li>\n
  7. Wash infected socks separately from other clothing to prevent cross-contamination.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Treatment without proper foot hygiene is like drying your feet, only to step right back into moisture. Next week, we will bring \u201cWhen Moisture Turns into Fungus\u201d to a close by examining another critical factor in preventing recurring infections.<\/p>\n

    PediPolitix, is your weekly educational column dedicated to increasing awareness about foot and nail health, prevention methods, and the importance of professional care.<\/p>\n

    For professional foot and nail care, contact Leb\u2019Elle Foot and Nail Clinic at 1784-491-3338.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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