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• Method 1 of 3: Treating skin fungus at home
• Method 2 of 3: Treat skin fungus with drugs
• Method 3 of 3: Prevent skin fungus
• Tips

Fungal rashes are very itchy and very contagious. Sharing personal items such as towels and personal contact can easily transfer skin fungus from one person to another. Fungi love the warm and moist environment of the body and thrive here. They usually feed on keratin, a protein found in your skin, nails, and hair. However, skin fungus can be treated with home remedies and medicines.

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Method 1 of 3: Treating skin fungus at home

1. Determine what kind of fungus you are infected with. Fungi that cause rashes are also called dermatophytes. They can infect the skin, mouth, hair and nails of the human body. There are different types of dermatophytes, which can affect different parts of the body and cause different types of skin infections.
   • Look for itchy, red, ring-shaped rash. This rash is caused by ringworm and can appear on uncovered areas of the skin, such as the arms, legs, and face. Ringworm is very contagious.
   • Look for blisters, cracks, and scaly skin. When it comes to your feet, you have swimmers' eczema, or athlete's foot. You will also likely experience a burning sensation. If you have blisters and rashes on your groin or inside your thighs, you have tinea cruris. This is a fungal infection that resembles ringworm, but occurs in a different part of your body.
   • Check your nails. If you have nail fungus, your nails will turn yellow and brittle. Your nails can also thicken and hurt when you wear shoes.
   • Watch for spots of discolored skin. Brown, pink or white spots on your back, neck and upper arms indicate pityriasis versicolor, or summer yeast. You have candidiasis when you have small, white patches on your vagina. If you have this infection in your mouth, the infection is also called thrush. Candidiasis is usually only dangerous for you if you have a weakened immune system.
2. Wash the infected area before treating it. Use an antiseptic soap to clean the area and get rid of any dirt and germs in the area. Dry yourself with a dry towel or a hair dryer. This is a good practice to learn to avoid fungi, but you should always clean the affected area before starting any treatment.
3. Apply tea tree oil to the infected areas. Tea tree oil has anti-fungal properties and effectively fights fungal infections. You can buy tea tree oil at drugstores and health food stores. Apply the oil to the affected areas 2 to 3 times a day.
   • You can use tea tree oil pure or diluted. If you want to dilute the oil, mix one and a half tablespoons of tree tea oil with 250 ml of warm water.
   • Be very careful about using tea tree oil if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or giving birth. Some reports show that this oil makes your contractions less strong, but it is unclear whether this is true because no scientific research has been done on it.
   • Tea tree oil should not be used on the skin of adolescent boys. The oil is known to cause breast growth (gynecomastia).
4. Try apple cider vinegar. Vinegar is known for its anti-fungal, antibacterial and antiseptic properties and can help treat fungal rashes. It contains acids and enzymes that cause a chemical reaction on the skin, killing the fungi. You can use vinegar in several ways to kill skin fungi.
   • Dilute apple cider vinegar in a ratio of 50/50 (250 ml apple cider vinegar and 250 ml water). You can pour a small amount of vinegar onto a cotton ball and rub the vinegar on the infected areas 2 to 3 times a day. You can also soak the infected areas in a mixture of one part apple cider vinegar and one part water for 10 to 15 minutes. Do not forget to dry the spots completely afterwards.
   • You can also soak your whole body in vinegar. Fill a bathtub with lukewarm water and then add 1.2 liters of vinegar. You can add a little more vinegar if you want a more concentrated vinegar bath. Soak your body in the bath for 10 to 20 minutes.
5. Crush raw garlic and apply it to the mold patches themselves. Garlic extract inhibits the growth of microorganisms because it contains allicin. This is an active substance that is only produced when garlic is crushed. Ajoene is another ingredient in raw garlic that is very effective in treating skin fungi. This substance kills the fungi in the skin and promotes the healing process.
   • You can apply crushed garlic to the infected areas twice a day. Cover the areas with a gauze bandage so that the garlic is better absorbed.
   • You can try a garlic paste. You make the pasta by crushing 1 clove of garlic into small pieces and mixing the pieces with 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of olive oil. You can apply this mixture to your skin fungus several times a day to promote the healing process.
   • You can also eat 1 clove of raw garlic every day to detoxify your body and get rid of the fungi in your body.

Method 2 of 3: Treat skin fungus with drugs

1. Discuss the rash with a doctor. There are a number of remedies to treat different types of rashes caused by fungi. Some of these are over-the-counter and may be cheaper than prescription-only drugs. Your doctor can advise you whether these remedies will help or not, or issue a prescription if necessary.
2. Apply anti-fungal powder to areas that get damp quickly. If you already have a rash and the area is still warm and moist, this can worsen the infection and make your symptoms worse. Buy an anti-fungal powder that you can use on a daily basis. The powder will absorb moisture so that it does not remain on your skin and the skin surface always remains dry.
   • You can sprinkle baby powder in your shoes to keep your feet dry during your day, especially if you work in a wet environment or your feet sweat a lot.
3. Apply an anti-fungal cream to fungal rashes. Ketoconazole cream is an over-the-counter medicine that you can get from your local pharmacy and is widely used to treat all types of skin fungi. This drug inhibits the growth of the fungi that infect your skin. You can apply this cream once a day for 2 to 6 weeks until the skin fungus has completely disappeared. Other commonly used anti-fungal creams include:
   • Clotrimazole, which is sold under the name Canesten or as a generic variant. This is an over-the-counter drug that is also used to treat a variety of fungal infections, especially those caused by yeasts. You can apply this remedy 2 to 3 times a day for 4 weeks.
   • Terbinafine, which is sold under the name Lamisil. This medicine is available over the counter as a cream and powder for skin infections and as tablets for nail fungus. You can use Lamisil for 2 to 3 days.
4. Use prescription medications according to directions. In some severe cases, the skin fungus can get worse even after trying various home remedies and over-the-counter medicines. In that case, your doctor can write you a prescription. Some of these are creams and powders, but you can also be prescribed tablets. There are also drugs that are injected intravenously into the bloodstream.

Method 3 of 3: Prevent skin fungus

1. Continue to practice good hygiene to prevent mold growth. Hygiene plays an important role in mold growth. Chances are you will quickly develop mold growth if you do not wash the areas of your body that are usually warm and humid often. Make sure to wash and dry all parts of your body regularly.
   • You need to make sure that all parts of your body are cold, dry, and free from moisture.
   • Keep infected areas clean and dry, especially between skin folds.
   • Always dry your feet after washing them.
   • Always trim your nails and keep them short.
2. Do not share personal items. Sharing things like towels, toothbrushes, socks, and underwear can infect you with a fungus. To make sure you don't get infected by a fungus from someone else, try not to share items that come into contact with the body on a regular basis.
   • Wear flip flops when walking around the sauna or communal shower areas to avoid stepping on mold.
3. Always wash your clothes and underwear. By regularly washing your clothes and especially your underwear, you will remove all fungi from the fabric. Keeping your clothes clean and sweat-free also doesn't create an environment that promotes mold growth.
   • Put on clean socks every day. Wear cotton socks. Cotton breathes better than other fabrics and will help keep your feet dry.
4. Keep your home clean. This is especially important when it comes to areas such as the bedroom or bathroom where you spend a lot of time with bare skin. Use disinfectants in the bathroom and try to keep the sink, tub, and shower dry when not in use. As for the bedroom, you should wash your bed sheets and duvet covers regularly.
5. Watch out for other risk factors. If you are overweight, have diabetes, are incontinent, or sweat heavily, you are at greater risk of developing skin fungus.Certain lifestyle changes can also increase your risk of skin fungus. People who take high doses of antibiotics or who have to take antibiotics for a long time, have started using new skin care products or are unable to walk can become infected with a fungus as a result of these conditions.

Tips

• Some products may take a while to take effect. Don't be impatient if you don't see immediate results. If you still don't see results after the recommended treatment period, ask your doctor about stronger remedies.
• Read the instructions on the medicine packaging carefully before use. Make sure you are aware of any restrictions or side effects that you may experience.
• Do not mix medications. As a result, they can work incorrectly. In addition, this can be dangerous for your health.