How to cure athlete's foot permanently

The definitive treatment methods for athlete's foot mainly include: 1. Medication: For patients with severe symptoms, early intramuscular injection of vitamin B1 may be administered. Appropriate antifungal medications such as clotrimazole cream or sertaconazole cream can effectively kill fungi and prevent recurrence. Traditional Chinese medicines like Dictamni Cortex (Bai Xian Pi) and Portulaca (Ma Chi Xian) may also be used to protect the skin on the feet and promote natural healing. 2. Home remedies: Before bedtime, dissolve a proper amount of edible alkali in warm water and soak the feet. Mild cases should soak two to three times daily, while severe cases may require four to five soaks per day. Soaking feet in leek juice or soybean water is suitable for patients with less severe symptoms and can moisturize the skin, relieve itching, and inhibit fungal growth. 3. Precautions: Treatment must be consistent—curing athlete’s foot requires persistence and should not be abandoned midway. Shoes and socks should be disinfected promptly to prevent cross-infection. Wear breathable cotton socks, avoid strenuous exercise, and keep feet dry.