8 Tips To Prevent Fungal Infections

-Mantasha

Wear clean, dry clothes daily, focusing on undergarments and socks to avoid fungal growth.

Fresh Clothing Daily

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Choose loose-fitting clothes and breathable shoes to minimize sweat and create an unfavorable environment for fungi.

Loose Clothes

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Bathe daily to maintain cleanliness, with an extra shower after intense sweating or gym sessions. Ensure thorough drying afterward.

Regular Bathing

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Keep feet, groins, underarms, and buttocks dry to deter fungal infections, focusing on these damp-prone areas.

Stay Dry

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Keep nails short and clean, avoiding cutting cuticles. Refrain from sharing nail tools to prevent infection spread.

Maintain Nail Hygiene

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Discuss any signs of fungal infection with your close ones and promptly inform a dermatologist and initiate treatment if needed.

Stay Informed

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Avoid sharing personal items like clothing and towels. Clean shared surfaces with disinfectant to prevent infection transmission.

Personal Items & Surfaces

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Wear shoes or flip-flops, especially in communal areas like gyms, to protect against floor-related fungal infections, especially if you have foot cuts.

Foot Protection

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