Tinea pedis refers to ringworm of the feet. If you suffer from ringworm of the feet during pregnancy, you can alleviate the symptoms by applying topical antifungal medication, wearing proper footwear and dietary modifications.
Tinea pedis is caused by a fungal infection, because the resistance is weaker during pregnancy, and it is easy to induce the infection if you don’t pay attention to foot hygiene. You need to be careful when using medication during pregnancy. Oral medication is not recommended, but you can take the following ways to deal with it:
1. Apply topical antifungal medications: commonly used medications include miconazole nitrate cream, terbinafine hydrochloride cream, sertaconazole nitrate cream and other antifungal treatments to improve the local itching symptoms, which usually have no effect on the fetus.
2. Wear suitable shoes and socks: During pregnancy, it is recommended to wear loose and breathable shoes and socks, change shoes and socks frequently to keep your feet dry.
3. Dietary adjustments: Try to eat a light and nutritious diet, eat more fresh vegetables and fruits, supplement vitamins, do not recommend eating spicy and stimulating food.
If you have athlete’s foot during pregnancy, it is recommended to consult a doctor in time and use medication under the guidance of a physician, it is not recommended to use medication on your own, so as not to have an adverse effect on the fetus.