Athlete's Foot / tinea pedis
Athlete's Foot is a skin disease caused by a fungus that usually occurs between
the toes and anywhere on the foot.
The fungus attacks the feet because shoes create a warm, dark, and humid environment that encourages fungus growth.
Warm, damp areas around swimming pools, showers, and locker rooms are common
breeding grounds for fungi.
the toes and anywhere on the foot.
The fungus attacks the feet because shoes create a warm, dark, and humid environment that encourages fungus growth.
Warm, damp areas around swimming pools, showers, and locker rooms are common
breeding grounds for fungi.
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The involved skin may present with a dry scaly rash, itching, redness, inflammation and blisters.
A burning, itching or stinging sensation is often reported. If Athlete's Foot is left untreated the condition can spread to other parts of the foot, to the toenails, hands and even affect the face.
For persistent Athlete's Foot, a prescription topical or oral antifungal medication may be needed.
A burning, itching or stinging sensation is often reported. If Athlete's Foot is left untreated the condition can spread to other parts of the foot, to the toenails, hands and even affect the face.
For persistent Athlete's Foot, a prescription topical or oral antifungal medication may be needed.