I also had athletes foot for many years. I am an expert here. Go get some Micatin (sp) or Lamisil. They are a bit spendy, around $10 - $15 for a tube at the Walmart or whatever. Wash your feet and apply this cream (no powder, the cream is best) and avoid wearing nylon or synthetic socks whenever possible. If you need to wear those types of socks, try to either change them twice a day or let your feet air out. If you do this, it will be like magic. I have been free of this curse for almost 10 years now. When I was young, I could take my shoes off and the odor would fill the house!