Many men run a risk of contracting feet fungus, and foul odor when it comes to wearing trendsetting loafers without socks, according to experts. The look, which celebrity figures Ryan Gosling and Jude Law favor is causing a dramatic rise in bad foot odor and cases of athlete’s foot.

Recent surveys which Daily Mail reports show sales of products to remedy these foot ailments have bolstered over ten percent. Pharmacist Omar El-Gohary states that he’s received a steady flow of inquiries regarding customers asking about how to minimize foot odors when wearing shoes without socks. “People should use cotton over nylon, and make sure these are changed daily to avoid a build-up of bacteria,” said El-Gohary.

Anyone is susceptible in attaining Athlete’s foot, but can be easily avoided following the right preventative care and treatment. A podiatrist like Dr. Howard Hyman of The Podiatry Center, P.C. will be able to determine your condition and follow the appropriate treatment options for foot care needs.

Athlete’s Foot

Athlete’s foot is a very contagious form of fungus, which can infect persons usually resulting in itching, burning, dry, and flaking feet. Treatment is often difficult, because of its contagious and reoccurring nature. Tinea pedis is the fungus which causes athletes foot, and is found to survive in moist humid areas.
Common places found:

-shower floors            
-public changing areas -locker rooms
-Gyms                        
-bathrooms                             
-public swimming pools
-socks and shoes       
-dormitory style houses                 

What is Tinea Pedi?

Is the same fungus which causes ringworm, and is known to be spread by direct contact of the infected body part. Or infection can spread by touching other objects and body parts which have been exposed to the fungus. Tinea Pedi is mostly found on the feet, because it is the ideal place for it to thrive on.

Treatment & Prevention

Because of its reoccurring nature of tinea fungus and athletes foot, the best way to treat this condition is with prevention. By taking the necessary precautions such as:
-Wear flips-flops or sandals in locker rooms and public showers.
-Use powders t keep your feet dry
-Keep your feet exposed to light and cool air
-Treating athletes foot with special creams/sprays
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