In winter, skin starts becoming dry due to cold wind and low temperature. Due to which skin related problems also increase.
Cases of foot infection are also seen in large numbers in winter. Heels start cracking and problems like itching, pain and swelling start occurring due to fungus in the soles. Due to which sometimes there is difficulty even in walking. However, if some precautions are taken, this problem can be avoided.
so today in important news We will talk about why the risk of foot infection increases in winter? You will also learn that-
Expert: Dr. Sheena Kapoor, Dermatologist, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Indore
Question: Why does the risk of foot infection increase in winter?
Answer- Humidity in the air decreases in winter. Due to this, the natural moisture in our skin starts decreasing. Dryness increases in the skin of hands and feet.
The risk of foot infection increases in this season because people mostly wear socks during cold days. Dirty socks also cause foot infection.
Question- What kind of foot related problems occur in winter? Answer- In cold, skin and nails become dry, due to which they start becoming weak. Because of this they become more sensitive to injury and infection.
Apart from this, the biggest reason for foot infection in this season is the moisture present in the shoes. Wearing poorly fitting or tight shoes for a long time can also cause fungal infection in the feet.
to see common foot problems that can occur during winter.
Question: Which people are at greater risk of foot infection during cold weather?
Answer- Some people are at higher risk of foot infection in winter. Understand it with the following pointers-
Question: Is it always appropriate to keep feet covered in winter?
Answer- In winter, people wear boots and socks to protect their feet from cold. However, it is not advisable to keep the feet covered for a long time. Due to this there is also a risk of infection. So, whenever the sun shines, expose your feet to the sun for a while.
Question- How to protect your feet from the risk of infection in winter?
Answer- It is important to maintain basic hygiene to protect feet from infection. For this, keep these things in mind-
Apart from this, it is important to keep some other things in mind also. Understand it from the following graphic-
Question- Are women at greater risk of foot infection than men?
Answer- Yes, of course, some women wear silver or other metal rings on their toes. Due to which there is moisture in the bed area. It can also cause fungal infection. Therefore women should take special care of their feet.
Question: How to prevent toenail infection in winter?
Answer- Like our skin, nails also become weak in cold. There is a risk of fungal infection in nails in this season. Therefore, it is very important to take care of the nails along with the feet. Special care should be taken while cutting nails in cold. Such as-
Question- What to do if there is fungal infection in the feet?
Answer- Dr. Sheena Kapoor says that if there is a foot infection, home remedies should be avoided. That can make the situation more serious. If there is bleeding, pain or swelling around the nails and due to this there is difficulty in walking, then do not ignore such a situation. Contact the nearest doctor immediately. Do not do any treatment yourself.
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