Athlete's Foot Topic Guide
Athlete's Foot: Athlete's foot is a superficial skin infection of the foot caused by a moldlike fungus.
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Jock Itch Jock itch is an itchy groin rash that may be caused by a bacterial or fungal infection. Symptoms include an itchy red area in a skin fold. The rash may be raised with sharp borders and have pimples or pustules. Treatment involves keeping the area dry, avoiding tight clothing, applying 1% hydrocortisone to the affected area, and/or applying an antifungal medication.
Viewer Comments & ReviewsAthlete's Foot - CauseThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:Was the cause of your athlete's foot a condition (psoriasis, fungal infection, contact allergens) or poorly fitting shoes, sharing socks and shoes, or using public shower facilities? Athlete's Foot - SymptomsThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:How long did the symptoms of your athlete's foot last? Was there anything that helped with symptom relief? Athlete's Foot - TreatmentThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What treatment has been effective for your Athlete's Foot? |
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