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The risk of fungal infection increases during the rainy season because the moisturize environment creates the right environment for the fungus. Shoes, socks or clothes often get wet in the rain, causing moisture in the legs and skin. In this moisture, the fungus spreads quickly and can infection in the skin, nails and hair. In addition, it can also spread by walking on wet surfaces, sharing utensils or bathing items. People with weak immunity, elderly and children are more in danger in this season. If not treated on time, the infection can be severe and the chances of spreading increases.
Fungal infection can affect the skin, nails, hair and sometimes other parts of the body. The most common damage is skin itching, rash and irritation. Fungal infections in the feet can cause blisters, which causes trouble walking. Infection in nails can break the nails or change the color. Hair fungal infection can affect the scalp of the head. In severe cases, if the infection is not cured on time, it can spread to other parts of the body. This infection may take serious form in people with weak immunity or diabetes patients. Sometimes fungus can also cause blood infection or deep blisters in the skin. Therefore, it is very important to take care in the rain and get treatment as soon as the initial symptoms are seen.
If there is fungal infection in the rain, what symptoms are seen?
Dermotologist Dr. Saumya Sachdeva She says that the symptoms of fungal infection can range from light to serious. First of all, itching and burning sensation is felt on the skin. After this, rash, blisters or blisters may appear. Fungal infections in the feet often show white layer or cracks between the legs. Nails in nails can cause thick, yellow or brightness.
Fungal infection in hair can cause itching and dandruff on the scalp of the head. In severe cases a dark blister can become in the skin, which increases infection and pain. As soon as the initial symptoms appear, it is necessary to adopt the right treatment and cleanliness, so that the infection can be avoided or avoided to be serious.
How to rescue
Change wet shoes, socks and clothes immediately and dry the legs in the rain.
Do not use others’ utensils, towels or shoes.
Keep the body clean and dry, take a regular bath.
Use antifungal powder or cream on the moist parts of the feet and skin.
In case of symptoms of infection, consult a doctor immediately.