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Also known as tinea pedis, this is where the feet are affected. The inflammation can be severe and a secondary infection may develop. It is spread in swimming baths, saunas and showers. The main areas affected are between the toes and soles of the feet. There is redness, scaling, weeping and occasional blistering. It may spread to the hands, groin (tinea cruris) and perianal area. Burdock A wash and a cream can be made from the root of the Burdock plant, a member of the thistle group. This has been traditionally used to help combat athlete's foot and other fungal skin infections. Tea Tree Oil Tea tree oil
is is an
effective antiseptic and traditional herbal medicine originally used by the Aboriginal Australians
to treat skin infections. Mahonia Aquafolium Mahonia aquifolium is widespread in the forests of North America and is used most prominently for skin complaints.
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