Dermatologists warn that ‘foot bite water’ is itchy with heavy white flakes. advice on how to prevent Be careful to cut your nails before wading in the water.
On October 12, the Department of Medical Services published information on “Be aware of the water biting your feet” Dr. Ni-on Boon-Puan, from the Institute of Dermatology, stated that the disease is caused by irritation. There are many types of disease. both inflammation Irritation and infection depending on the frequency of exposure to water Skin that has been soaked in water for a long time Skin cells will absorb water, swelling and stomatitis in the legs. Especially in areas with friction, such as the crotch of the toes.
can check the symptoms of the disease They can be divided according to the stage of disease as follows:
Phase 1 : During the first 1-3 days, the skin becomes irritated when soaked in water. red, itchy, burning skin Skin irritation and peeling
Phase 2 : During 3-10 days, there may be a bacterial infection, fungal infection, the skin will erode, tear marks, redness, swelling, pain, pus or lymph seeping. It is a bacterial infection that is more than a fungal infection.
Phase 3 : 10-20 days period if continuously soaked in water Itchy red skin with white, wet, foul-smelling flakes. The skin will turn white. flaky or peeling, thin, red wet, foul rash is a fungal infection
The dermatologist also warned that If near an industrial site Beware of chemically contaminated water beware of electric shock Should eat and drink clean water. Wear protective clothing, watch out for insect bites, and be on the lookout for flood-borne diseases such as diarrhoea. and dengue
part Caring for foot ulcer patients are as follows
1. Avoid soaking your feet in water.
2. If you have to touch water, wear boots. Wash your feet with soapy water and dry your feet.
3. A slight red rash should be applied.
4. There is a rash and eczema, tearing of the skin. Swelling, redness, pain, or pus is a symptom of a more severe bacterial infection, you should see a doctor.
5. Soak feet in water for several weeks continuously. or toes crossed Or close together may be infected with a fungus on the crotch of the toes. Wet white scaly rash Antifungal ointments should be used.
6. If there is a wound, the wound should be wound and apply an antiseptic, such as betadine.
7. Be careful to cut your toenails because the wound may be the entrance of germs.
8. Clean the feet fork of the toe of the nail every time following wading with soap and water then wipe dry
