Why is the skin peeling off my child’s toes?

Why is the skin peeling off my child’s toes?

Peeling skin on the hands and feet of a child can be a sign of allergies, inflammation, infection, or skin damage. More serious causes include severe allergic reactions, drug reactions, and infections.

What causes skin to peel off toes?

Peeling between the toes is typically caused by a fungal infection (athlete’s foot) but can be caused by bacterial infections, underlying health conditions, and damp feet. It is important to see a healthcare provider to identify the cause of skin peeling. If left untreated, it may spread and become uncomfortable.

What does athlete’s foot look like on a child?

cracked, blistered, or peeling areas, often between the toes. redness and scaling on the soles of the feet. skin between the toes may look “cheesy” and have an unpleasant odor. a rash that spreads to the instep (inside part of the foot)

Can a 7 year old get athlete’s foot?

Your child can get it by going barefoot in wet public areas, such as swimming pools or locker rooms. Many times there is no clear reason why your child gets athlete’s foot. You can easily treat athlete’s foot by putting medicine on your child’s feet for 1 to 6 weeks.

How do you fix peeling skin on your toes?

The everyday fix: Exfoliators and foot cream Regularly exfoliating and applying moisturizing foot cream can help treat and prevent flaky, itchy, dry feet. Many experts recommend first soaking your feet in warm water to soften the skin, then using an exfoliating scrub to gently remove dead skin.

What infections cause feet to peel?

Skin peeling on the bottom of the feet can most commonly be caused by a fungal infection called athlete’s foot, sunburn, dermatitis, or dry skin.