Can Pulsatilla (Baitouweng) be used to treat athlete's foot?

　　Athlete's foot generally refers to tinea pedis; Pulsatilla chinensis usually cannot treat tinea pedis. If discomfort symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and follow medical advice for treatment.

　　The main functions of Pulsatilla chinensis are clearing heat and detoxifying, cooling blood and stopping dysentery. It is primarily used to treat diseases such as heat-toxin-induced bloody dysentery, and is not specifically targeted at fungal infections. For tinea pedis caused by fungi, more effective treatments should include antifungal medications such as clotrimazole and terbinafine.

　　Tinea pedis is a common fungal infectious skin disease, mainly caused by dermatophytes such as Trichophyton rubrum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes. It typically occurs between the toes, on the soles, heels, and edges of the feet. Treatment mainly includes drug therapy, general treatment, and traditional Chinese medicine treatment. Among these, drug therapy is the primary method, with different antifungal medications selected based on the type of skin lesions.

　　It should be noted that individuals with weak or cold-deficient spleen and stomach should not take Pulsatilla chinensis, as it may worsen their condition. Daily attention should be paid to foot hygiene to avoid cross-infection.