WALKING BAREFOOT CAN LEAD TO WARTS AND ATHLETE'S FOOT

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The temptation to walk through the grass or sand barefoot can be irresistible, but Jennifer Ryder, DPM says that viruses, fungi, and bacteria can take advantage of an unprotected foot. Infection can come in common forms like warts or athlete’s foot, which can usually be treated with over-the-counter medication, but you should seek professional care if it remains after a few weeks of treatment.

 

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Dr. Jennifer Ryder

 

Warts are caused by a virus and can be spread by walking barefoot in an area where others have walked barefoot, like pools, locker rooms, and even through security at the airport. If your shoes ever get wet, it is important to make sure they are completely dry before you put them on again in order to prevent bacterial or fungal growth.

 

Source: Brady Jones, Desiree Rohrbach, Newscenter 1 (NBC) [6/10/20] 


Courtesy of Barry Block, editor of PM News



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