Athlete’s Foot

Definition: Athletes foot infections are caused by a fungal infection of the skin. There are a variety of fungal organisms that can cause such infections.

Causes:

Moisture, heat and darkness, all of which occur in your shoes

Symptoms:

• Itching, weeping, oozing and skin macerations
• Symptoms most commonly occur in the web spaces between the toes.
• Chronic cases may cause dry, scaly redness on the soles of the feet

Treatment:

• Change socks frequently if wet or use moisture wicking socks (acrylic).
• Cleanse feet often.
• Apply topical anti-fungal creams until symptoms resolve and anti-fungal powders for preventative maintenance.

Prevention:

• Keep feet dry
• Use an anti-fungal powder in shoes and socks.

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