Mercer-Ocean Podiatry, PC

Have you ever experienced athlete’s foot before? This common condition is contracted in damp communal areas such as public pools, locker rooms, or showers. Athlete’s foot is a highly contagious and persistent ailment caused by fungal growth on the feet. It most commonly affects the area between the toes. We at Mercer-Ocean Podiatry, PC in New Jersey understand that things happen no matter how much we try to protect our feet from complications. Your experienced podiatrists, Drs. Killian and Chandrani, will work with you on a treatment plan to get rid of your athlete’s foot.  Athlete’s foot first appears as an itchy red rash, typically beginning between the fourth and fifth toe. If left untreated, the skin will become sensitive to the touch and progress into white, peeling skin. It’s vital to treat athlete’s foot at the first sign of infection, as the body can become vulnerable to other bacterial infections when large cracks occur in the skin. In addition to public spaces, this fungal in...

Also known as onychomycosis, foot fungus is specifically a fungal infection of the toenails. It causes toenails to become brittle and distorted, thicken, turn yellow, and emanate a foul smell. Foot fungus has the ability to cause a whole host of other problems, including uncomfortable mobility. We at Mercer-Ocean Podiatry, PC have the expertise to help you or someone you know with various foot problems. Your New Jersey podiatrist is dedicated to getting you on the road to treatment for a pain-free life.    Foot fungus comes in varying degrees of severity. Sometimes treatment isn’t required if it doesn’t bother you. However, for severe cases, relief can only be achieved by a podiatrist’s treatment. The frustrating thing about foot fungus is that even if treatment is successful, nail fungus often comes back. There are a few risk factors to be aware of, some in your control and some not:   -History of athlete’s foot -Sweating a lot -Diabetes causes circulation problems and a weakened imm...

Walking barefoot in wet, dark, communal areas that other people often frequent will increase a person’s risk of developing athlete’s foot. These places may include indoor or outdoor swimming pools, communal showers at the gym, or locker rooms. Athlete’s foot is a term used to describe an inflammatory skin disease that affects the sole of the foot and the skin between the toes. Dr. Frank Killian of Mercer-Ocean Podiatry, PC, is here to tell you what to look for so you can discover ways to treat the problem. Athlete’s foot may appear as a red, scaly, raw-appearing rash that occasionally may be accompanied by small blisters. Some people are more prone to this condition, while others are fairly resistant to it. Because fungal infections such as athlete’s foot thrive off of warmth and moisture, it’s best to keep the feet dry and free of sweat as much as possible. If you notice any redness, increased swelling of the foot or bleeding, contact us immediately to discuss treatment options. If yo...