Cracked toes - extremely uncomfortable
a phenomenon that causes many problems and is associated with pain. The pain can be both calm and when water, dirt, etc. enters the wound. If the skin on the foot is damaged, it becomes difficult to walk. If the shoes are made of synthetic materials, then sweating is increased, which leads to worsening of the situation.
reason
Cracked toes can be caused by:
- Excessive drying of the skin as a result of frequent interaction with abrasive materials (including natural ones - sand, for example), chlorinated water, hot air;
- uncomfortable shoes (tight, inappropriate, artificial size) that disrupt the blood supply and cause increased sweating, as a result of which the feet are constantly wet;
- violation of the rules of personal hygiene;
- foot fungus;
- diseases of the endocrine system (diabetes mellitus, overweight, thyroid gland dysfunction);
- dermatitis and allergic reactions;
- lack of vitamins A and E;
- hyperhidrosis.
Some women during pregnancy experience skin cracks, which can also be triggered by unstable hormonal levels, lack of vitamins and nutrients and other reasons.
Clinical photo
In addition to the actual cracks between the fingers, the clinical picture may be complemented by symptoms such as:
- dryness and peeling of the skin;
- deformation and yellowing of nails;
- discharge of pus from damaged tissues (first sign of inflammation);
- scratching
Depending on what caused the skin crack, rashes, redness, swelling are also possible.
treatment
Treatment is prescribed by a podiatrist after a preliminary diagnosis. Through visual examination and laboratory tests, the doctor draws up a plan of therapeutic manipulations that will lead to the elimination of the problem and the improvement of the condition.
- If the cracks between the fingers are caused by a fungal infection, antifungal medications are prescribed to prevent the growth of pathogens and restore the normal microflora on the surface of the skin.
- When it comes to hyperhidrosis, botulinum toxin injections will help remove excessive sweating. They provide a temporary effect, the duration of which varies from several months to a year, after which a second procedure is required to maintain the result achieved.
- In some cases, the main reason is the dysfunction of internal organs, then the treatment is built in close collaboration with profiling specialists.