·	Use the medicine completely and as recommended. The fungus may till be present long after it is no longer visible as a rash.

·	Keep feet clean, cool and dry. Change socks. Wear shoes that "breathe" like leather, rather than plastic.

·	Make sure shoes fit correctly and are not too tight.

·	Apply an anti-fungal cream, like Lotrimin or Lamisil, or a prescription antifungal cream to the bottom of the feet, and on the nails, about twice a week. This may help prevent early re-growth of the fungus. In some cases, an oral medication may be prescribed.

·	Avoid walking barefoot, especially in bathrooms, locker rooms, gyms, on carpeting, and in public bathing areas. Wear slippers or stand on a towel or piece of paper.

·	Keep toenails short, cut straight across and avoid ingrown nails. Do not use the same clippers on abnormal nails and normal nails.

·	Family members and close personal contacts should treat any fungus infections they may have to avoid trading back and forth.

·	Apply an anti-fungal powder, like Zeasorb-AF to the shoes every day, to keep spores from growing.

·	Discard old shoes, boots, slippers and sneakers. Do not share footwear with others.