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There is a risk of fungal infection not only in summer and monsoon but in winter, know the reasons and preventive measures.
Samira Vishwas | December 18, 2025 9:25 PM CST

Winter Fungal Infection: Winter season is going on, due to cold winds in this season, bad effects are seen on the body. The problem of fungal infection is seen here during the rainy season and summer, but the risk of this problem increases in the winter season also. There are many reasons for infection in winter, about which very few people are aware.

For this, we are giving you information about preventive measures along with the reason.

Know the reasons for increase in fungal infections in winter

There are many reasons for increase in fungal infections in winter, about which we are telling you.

1- Due to cold winds in winter, the protective layer of the skin becomes weak, due to which the natural moisture of the skin also reduces. There, small cracks appear in the skin. Fungus easily grows in these cracks which spreads the infection. This reason often increases in people in winter.

2-It is important to wear warm clothes to avoid cold in winter. When we wear warm clothes, air is not able to pass inside the body due to thick clothes. Sweat does not come out of the body due to clothes, which increases fungal infections. Tight and synthetic clothes cause problems of rubbing and irritation.

3- In winter season, people shy away from bathing because of cold winds. Due to this, dirt gets accumulated in the body which increases the risk of fungal infection. It is important to clean the body during winter season.

4- During the winter season, when people use gyms, fitness studios, offices and shared changing rooms, there is a risk of infection due to sweat.

Ways to prevent fungal infections in winter

  • You should wear breathable clothes in winter.
  • Do not leave the skin wet and moisturize the skin daily. Some people apply moisturizer only on the face, which is wrong. You should moisturize the entire body.
  • Skin irritation can be reduced by using T-Itch or antifungal cream or powder spray.
  • If symptoms like redness, itching, scabs or round spots appear on the skin, do not leave them alone but consult a doctor and take medicine. pay attention to some things
  • You can easily keep your skin healthy in winter.

 


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