Treatment
The treatment of a rash on the foot depends on the cause. For infections caused by pathogens, antibiotics, anti-fungal agents or anti-inflammatory drugs are used. In case of an allergic reaction it is important to administer decongestant medication and to do an allergy test to identify the triggering allergen.
If the rash is the result of an autoimmune or vascular disease, it is not enough to treat the rash locally. Here, adequate treatment of the underlying disease should always be ensured. Many herbal remedies also help to relieve symptoms such as itching and burning by moisturizing the skin and having an anti-inflammatory effect. You can find more information here : Home remedies for a rash
Skin rash on the back of the foot
A skin rash on the back of the foot can occur over a large area as well as locally. In most cases it is associated with itching and the formation of small blisters or crusts. On the back of the foot it is often caused by a fungal disease.
The rash appears reddish and the skin begins to flake easily. Overall the skin is very dry and brittle. Rashes on the back of the foot often occur as a result of circulatory problems, which can spread to the ankle along the damaged vessels.
The effects of heat or too long exposure to the sun can also cause a flat rash on the back of the foot. On the back of the foot, the rash can cause itching, swelling and pain. Wearing tight shoes and walking can become more difficult. Tight shoes put pressure on the damaged and irritated skin areas, which can lead to cracks and blisters, which further aggravate the symptoms.
Skin rash on the sole of the foot
A rash on the sole of the foot results in most cases from a fungal disease or excessive sweat production of the feet. The athlete’s foot spreads preferentially in the forefoot area and the spaces between the toes, as the sweat production is strongest in these areas of the foot, thus providing the fungi with an optimal breeding ground. A rash, which appears to be reddish to a limited extent and is painful, can also indicate an unpleasant pressure point. Contact eczema can develop on the sole of the foot due to prolonged contact with harmful substances. This often turns into a chronic course, so that the rash does not heal properly, but flares up again and again or turns into an inflammatory event with the formation of crusts and small skin tears.
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