Dealing with Athlete's Foot: Symptoms and Remedies

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What is athlete's foot?

Athlete's foot is a form of dermatophytosis ( fungal infection of the skin), caused by dermatophytes, funguses (most of which are mold) which inhabit dead layers of skin and digest keratin. Dermatophytes are anthropophilic, meaning these parasitic funguses prefer human hosts.

Where does athlete's foot occur?

Athlete's foot occurs most often between the toes (interdigital), with the space between the fourth and fifth digits (the little toe and the fore toe) most commonly affected.

What does athlete's foot look like?

Athlete’s foot can affect the skin between your toes, the bottoms of your feet, the tops of your feet, the edges of your feet and your heels. Your skin may appear irritated (red, purple, gray or white), scaly or flaky. Who is at risk? Athlete’s foot affects everyone.

How common is athlete's foot?

Athlete’s foot is common. Estimates suggest that 3% to 15% of the population has athlete’s foot, and 70% of the population will have athlete’s point at some time in their lives. What are the symptoms of athlete’s foot? Symptoms of athlete’s foot include: Cracked and peeling skin. Itchy skin. A skin rash. A burning sensation.

What Is Athlete's Foot

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Athlete's Foot Information

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3. https://medlineplus.gov/athletesfoot.html