ATHLETE'S FOOT

Also known as: Tinea pedis

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What is It?

A fungal infection that affects:

  • your feet
  • often the skin between your toes.
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Cause

Athlete’s foot is caused by a group of fungi, called dermatophytes.

These fungi thrive in the warm and humid areas between your toes.

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SYMPTOMS

  • itching / burning / stinging between your toes or on the soles of your feet.
  • cracked / blistered skin, skin peeling.
  • red, itchy, scaly, or flaky skin.
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TREATMENT

OTC antifungal creams (CANEX™ T cream) can be applied to:

  • the affected areas of the feet.
  • between the toes for
    3-4 weeks.

OTC – Over the counter

Top Tips

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The spaces between the fourth and fifth toes are most commonly affected in patients suffering from athlete’s foot.

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Athlete’s foot can be spread through contact and by touching contaminated surfaces or shared public spaces like showers and bathrooms.

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Although athlete’s foot is common under athlete’s, anyone can suffer from it.

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AVOID contact with contaminated people or surfaces – DO NOT use public bathrooms / showers bare foot.

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Keep your feet clean and dry.

Ask your pharmacist about CANEX™ T for the treatment of athlete’s foot symptoms.

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FUNGAL NAIL INFECTIONS

DID YOU KNOW?

Fungal nail infections can affect fingernails or toenails.
Fungal nail infections are also called onychomycosis or tinea unguium.

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What is It?

Fungal nail infections are common infections of the fingernails or toenails.

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Cause

Different types of fungi (yeast / mould) can cause fungal nail infections.

Small cracks / openings in your nail or the surrounding skin can cause fungi to enter and cause infection on or under the nail.

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SYMPTOMS

If your nails are infected with a fungus, it may be:

  • Discoloured (yellow, brown, white)
  • Thickened
  • Cracked
  • Fragile (breaks easily)
  • Distorted nails that separate from the
    nail bed.
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TREATMENT

Fungal nail infections usually do not go away without antifungal treatment.

Oral and topical antifungal agents can be used. (CANEX™ T cream) Treatment takes up to 6 weeks for fingernails and up to 12 weeks for toenails.

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Fungal nail infections are not painful, unless severe.

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Some patients with athlete’s foot also suffer from fungal toenail infections.

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You are more at risk for fungal nail infections if you are:

Diabetic, have a weakened immune system, are over 65 years old, have a nail injury or a skin injury around the nail, have poor circulation or swim in public swimming pools.

Ask your pharmacist about CANEX™ T for the treatment of Fungal Nail infection symptoms.

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Nappy rash

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What is It?

A fungal infection that develops on the skin and between skin folds under a baby’s diaper.

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Cause

Diaper / nappy rash is common and is caused by a fungus called Candida.

Candida grows best in warm and moist areas such as under a diaper.

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SYMPTOMS

  • Red rash that gets bigger / red patches that grow into other patches.
  • Pimples, blisters, ulcers, large bumps.
  • Red and scaly areas on the scrotum / penis or labia / vaginal area.
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TREATMENT

  • Keep diaper area clean and dry. Do not rub.
  • Pat the skin area and allow to air-dry.
  • Change diaper frequently.
  • Use absorbent diapers that fits loosely.

  • OTC antifungal creams (CANEX™ T cream) are available and can be applied during diaper changes.

OTC – Over the counter

Useful information

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Nappy rash does not spread beyond the edge of the diaper.

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Nappy rash is more common in babies with:

  • frequent stools
  • antibiotic use
  • when the diapers are not frequently changed or too tight.
  • when the skin underneath the diaper is not kept clean and dry.
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Severe rashes can also be treated with an 1 % hydrocortisone cream.

Ask your pharmacist about CANEX™ T for the treatment of nappy rash symptoms in your baby.

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Ringworm

DID YOU KNOW?

Ringworm is caused by a fungal infection and not a worm. It can affect the different parts of the body.

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What is It?

A common fungal infection that develops on the skin.

Ringworm is also known as:

  • Tinea infections
  • Dermatophytosis
  • Dermatophyte infection
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Cause

Ringworm is caused by a group of fungi that grows on your skin, called dermatophytes.

Ringworm is NOT caused by a worm!

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SYMPTOMS

Symptoms will depend on which body part is affected.

Common symptoms include:

  • Itchy skin and hair loss.
  • Ring-shaped rash with healthy looking skin in the middle.
  • Red, scaly, cracked skin.
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TREATMENT

Treatment is based on the body part affected and how serious the infection is. Most ringworm infections can be treated with OTC topical antifungal products (CANEX™ T cream) for 2-4 weeks applied to the affected area.

If your infection is more serious, you may need prescription medication.

It can take 4-14 days for symptoms to appear after the skin comes in contact with the fungus ; OTC – Over the counter

The ringworm index

Discover what type of ringworm you might be suffering from.

USEFUL INFORMATION

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Jock itch is more common in men and male teenagers. It may get worse after physical activity.

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Ringworm can be spread through contact with infected humans, surfaces and animals.

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Avoid sharing personal items, keep skin clean and dry and don’t walk barefoot in public places.

 

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The fungus that causes ringworms thrives in warm and humid areas.

Ask your pharmacist about CANEX™ T for the treatment of ringworm symptoms.

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