Everyone wonders why it is called “Hong Kong foot”. The reason is that Hong Kong is so hot, humid and quick to bake that it is prone to fungal infections. The scientific name of athlete’s foot is tinea pedis or tinea pedis, which is mainly caused by fungal infection of the feet, most commonly affecting the fourth toe or the soles of the feet. There may be symptoms such as dryness, flaking or itching, and even red rashes.
Which is the most common fourth toe gap? Statistically, the fourth toe has more incidences. It may be that the position is relatively hot and humid, so it increases the risk of fungal infection.
This symptom may start with a little itching and flaking, depending on whether you sweat a lot or not. If you sweat too much, the skin will soak soft, like wet dead skin. There may also be a red rash, sometimes with blisters or pustules, more and more rashes, more severe ulcers or wounds, and even a risk of bacterial infection. If you see peeling or even smelly feet, you should pay more attention to whether you have Hong Kong athlete’s foot.
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Hong Kong foot has nothing to do with the material of the shoes, but the baking of the shoes must have an impact. Even if the baking of the shoes is improved, there is still a chance of infection. Due to the crowded environment in Hong Kong, people often live together as a family. If one of them has Athlete’s foot, it is easy to infect other family members. Walking on the floor with bare feet has a chance of infection. Some people do not wear slippers at home and walk on the floor. If their family members have Hong Kong feet and others step on them, they will already be infected. In addition, if the feet sweat a lot, even if the shoes are cool, if there is a lot of sweat, it is easy to have Hong Kong feet when it is wet.
In addition, population aging is also a common factor. The older you are, the higher the risk of having athlete’s foot, because the immune system is weaker, or you have long-term chronic diseases such as diabetes, you need to take immune system suppressing drugs or steroids, etc., which will weaken the immune system and are more likely to develop athlete’s foot.
The most serious form of athlete’s foot is bacterial infection, that is, cellulitis. There will be redness, swelling, pain, and pus nearby, so you should see a doctor as soon as possible. Because the control is not good, bacterial infection or even into the blood will be very serious.
To treat athlete’s foot, as long as you follow the doctor’s instructions to apply ointment, apply antifungal ointment or take oral antifungal drugs, the tail can usually be docked, but it is still easy to relapse. Everyone should pay attention to foot hygiene, and if in doubt, seek medical attention as soon as possible.
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Written by: Hu Huifu Dermatology Specialist