Athletes Foot

It is thought that most of us will suffer from athlete’s foot at some point in our lives. Athlete’s foot is a fungal skin infection which has nothing to do with foot hygiene. The fungus likes dark, warmth and moisture; our feet usually provide all three.  Usually this starts as a dry, sometimes itchy, patch of skin most commonly on the borders of the feet. At its worst it usually affects in between the toes (particularly if these don’t get dried properly after showers or sport). If left untreated the area can develop pustules, which develop into open sores or blisters. The fungus can spread to the nails, leading to fungal nails which can be difficult to treat if ignored. The good news is that athlete’s foot is easy to treat and easily prevented from retuning. Our Podiatrists can assess and diagnose athlete’s foot and prescribe a tailored treatment and prevention plan. You need not suffer any more! Contact us for more information.

Other skin conditions

At West Berkshire Foot Clinic we have experience in diagnosing a number of common skin conditions affecting the foot and also have access to a number of specialist Dermatology specialists locally. If you are suffering from any skin problems relating to your feet, contact us today for an assessment.

Just arrived…Dermoscopy

We now offer skin surface examinations using a special tool, a Dermatoscope. This can be particularly useful for non-healing wounds, moles or other lesions, helping to rule out anything more sinister. Find out more in our demoscopy blog.