What to do if there is a crack in the sole of the foot? Hot topics and solutions across the Internet in 10 days
Recently, the problem of cracked soles of feet has become a hot topic of discussion in health topics. Especially in the dry seasons of autumn and winter, related searches have increased significantly. The following is a compilation of hotly discussed content across the Internet in the past 10 days, combined with practical solutions to provide you with a structured reference.
1. Data statistics on hot topics across the entire network

| platform | Related topics | Number of discussions (times) | Hot search period |
|---|---|---|---|
| #First Aid Method for Cracked Heels# | 186,000 | November 5-11 | |
| little red book | "Tutorial on caring for cracked soles of feet" | 92,000 | November 7-14 |
| Zhihu | "Pathological analysis of chapped feet in winter" | 34,000 | November 3-12 |
| Douyin | #Crack Repair Cream Actual Test# | 52 million views | November 8-15 |
2. Main causes of cracks in the soles of the feet
According to the recent popular science content of dermatologists in tertiary hospitals, the main causes include:
| Type | Proportion | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| seasonal dryness | 62% | Symmetrical cracks, no bleeding |
| fungal infection | 23% | Accompanied by scaling and itching |
| vitamin deficiency | 9% | Dry and cracked in multiple parts at the same time |
| Diabetes complications | 6% | Stubborn recurring cracks |
3. 5-step first aid treatment plan
1.Cleaning and disinfection: Soak your feet in warm water below 38℃ for 10 minutes. Avoid using alkaline soap.
2.Soften cuticles: Apply thickly foot cream containing 20% urea and wrap in plastic wrap for 30 minutes
3.repair rips: Deep cracks can be temporarily closed with medical skin glue (data source: "Chinese Journal of Dermatology" on November 9)
4.Prevent infection: Apply mupirocin ointment to the crack, 2 times a day
5.long term care: Wear pure cotton socks to maintain breathability, and supplement vitamin E 100mg daily
4. Evaluation of popular care products
| product type | Internet celebrity model | active ingredients | Positive rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| foot cream | Vaseline repair jelly | Micro-condensation jelly + tocopherol | 89% |
| rip patch | Kobayashi Pharmaceutical Foot Crack Ointment | Salicylic acid + camphor | 82% |
| spray | Yunnan Baiyao chapped spray | herbal extract | 91% |
5. Special reminder from doctors
1. When the depth of the crack exceeds 2mm or does not heal for 2 weeks, you need to seek medical treatment promptly to check for systemic diseases such as diabetes.
2. A live broadcast from Peking Union Medical College Hospital on November 12 pointed out:About 17% of patients with refractory cleft foot are eventually diagnosed with thyroid dysfunction
3. Avoid using folk remedies (such as honey on feet) which may aggravate fungal infections
Through the above structured data and solutions, we hope to help you scientifically deal with the problem of foot cracks. Maintaining healthy feet requires daily meticulous care. If symptoms continue to worsen, be sure to seek professional medical help.
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