What do your feet REVEAL?

Before you say goodbye to flip-flops and pop your socks back on, check for these common problems

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When it's time to finally put the sandals away for another year, will you be happy to hide your toes again? But don't panic.

From easing aches and pains to preventing unsightly-looking toes, we'll show you how to sort these everyday issues so you can step into autumn in style.

ATHLETE’S FOOT

'With a bout of athlete’s foot, the skin between the toes and on the sole of the foot becomes itchy, flaky and can peel, causing soreness,' says podiatrist Tony Gavin from osgo.co.uk. It’s caused by dermatophyte fungi thriving inside a sock or shoe. The same fungi can lead to nail infections, causing toenails to change colour, thicken, become brittle and develop a distinct odour.

SORT IT

* Ask at your chemist for off-the-shelf treatment, such as creams or sprays for athlete's foot and nail fungi, or your GP may prescribe antifungal tablets.

* Wash your socks, tights, bed sheets and towels on a hot wash on the day of treatment to reduce the risk of reinfection.

* Infections spread in warm, moist environments, such as bathroom floors, gyms and changing rooms, so wear sliders in communal areas.

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