Tinea Pedis

Tinea Pedis. Athlete&#39s foot is a common skin infection caused by a fungus Treatment with an antifungal cream usually works well The tips given below may help to prevent athlete&#39s foot coming back after it has been treated Author Dr Oliver Starr.

Tinea pedis is a foot infection due to a dermatophyte fungus It is the most common dermatophyte infection and is particularly prevalent in hot tropical urban environments Interdigital involvement is most commonly seen (this presentation is also known as athlete’s foot although some people use the term for any kind of tinea pedis).

Athlete's Foot Tinea Pedis Patient

OverviewSymptomsCausesRisk FactorsComplicationsPreventionAthlete&#39s foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal skin infection that usually begins between the toes It commonly occurs in people whose feet have become very sweaty while confined within tightfitting shoes Signs and symptoms of athlete&#39s foot include an itchy scaly rash The condition is contagious and can be spread via contaminated floors towels or clothing Athlete&#39s foot is closely related to other fungal infections such as ringworm and jock itch It can be treated with antifungal medications but the infection often comes back Athlete&#39s foot can affect one or both feet Common signs and symptoms are 1 Scaly peeling or cracked skin between the toes 2 Itchiness especially right after taking off shoes and socks 3 Inflamed skin that might appear reddish purplish or grayish depending on your skin color 4 Burning or stinging 5 Blisters 6 Dry scaly skin on the bottom of the foot that extends up the side Athlete&#39s foot is caused by the same type of fungi (dermatophytes) that cause ringworm and jock itch Damp socks and shoes and warm humid conditions favor the organisms&#39 growth Athlete&#39s foot is contagious and can spread through contact with an infected person or from contact with contaminated surfaces such as towels floors and shoes You can also spread it from the foot to other parts of the body especially if you scratch or pick the infected parts of your foot You are at higher risk of athlete&#39s foot if you 1 Frequently wear enclosed footwear 2 Sweat heavily 3 Share mats rugs bed linens clothes or shoes with someone who has a fungal infection 4 Walk barefoot in public areas where the infection can spread such as locker rooms saunas swimming pools communal baths and showers The athlete&#39s foot infection can spread to other warm moist parts of the body Jock itch is often caused by the same fungus that results in athlete&#39s foot It&#39s common for the infection to spread from the feet to the groin because the fungus can travel on hands or towels Athlete&#39s foot can sometimes lead to bacterial infections These tips can help you avoid athlete&#39s foot or avoid spreading it to others 1 Let your feet air outWhen you can wear sandals to let your feet air out as much as possible 2 Wash your feet dailyUse warm soapy water and rinse and dry your feet thoroughly especially between the toes Apply a medicated foot powder (Tinactin Gold Bond others) or other medicated powder (Lotrimin AF Zeasorb others) if you&#39re prone to athlete&#39s foot 3 Change socks regularlyChange your socks at least once a day — more often if your feet get really sweaty Moisturewicking socks such as those made from cotton help keep your feet drier than do nylon socks 4 Alternate pairs of shoesUse different shoes from day to day This gives your shoes time to dry after each use 5 Protect your feet in public placesWear waterproof sandals or shoes around public pools showers and lockers rooms 6 Be aware of the risk factors for spreading the conditionIf you live with others don&#39t share shoes or un.

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Tinea pedis or foot ringworm is an infection of the feet affecting soles interdigital clefts of toes and nails with a dermatophyte fungus It is also called athlete’s foot[1][2][3] The infection is caused by the dermatophyte Trichophyton rubrum which was once endemic to many parts of Africa Asia and Australia However today the organism can be found in Europe and the Americas.