What should you know about feet always itchy?

Itching between the toes with peeling, cracking, or a moist scale can occur with [Athlete's Foot](/conditions/athletes-foot/). Tiny deep blisters on the sides of the toes or soles may fit [Dyshidrotic Eczema](/conditions/dyshidrotic-eczema/), while redness after a new shoe, sock, detergent, or foot product can fit [Contact Dermatitis](/conditions/contact-dermatitis/).

Dry skin, sweating, friction, and repeated washing can maintain irritation. The itch may affect one or both feet, and appearance can change over time, so a clinician may need to examine the skin or test scale before choosing treatment.

Keep feet clean and dry, especially between the toes. Change socks when damp, rotate shoes, avoid scratching, and pause newly introduced fragranced products. Use a plain moisturiser on dry areas, but avoid putting heavy cream between toes if the skin there is wet or macerated.

Do not share towels, socks, or footwear. If a clinician confirms fungal infection, use [Topical Antifungal Treatment](/treatments/medical-dermatology/topical-antifungal-therapy/) exactly as directed and continue for the advised course. Steroid creams can alter the appearance of an infection, so ask before using one on an undiagnosed rash.

Arrange a medical review for worsening cracks, bleeding, spreading redness, warmth, swelling, pus, fever, severe pain, or an itch that prevents sleep. Seek earlier care if you have diabetes, reduced sensation, poor healing, or a weakened immune system.

Does the pattern look fungal, eczematous, or caused by contact? Should the scale be tested? Which moisturiser or medicine is suitable, and how long should I use it? How can I prevent recurrence?