Athlete's Foot Treatment
Athlete's foot treatment In North York
What is an athlete’s foot?
A common fungal infection (caused by a yeast infection) is the Athlete’s foot. Ringworm is the cause of athlete’s foot. Tinea pedis, another name for athlete’s foot, is also known as Tinea. Tinea, another name for ringworm, and pedis is the Greek word for foot or feet. An athlete’s foot is a rash that causes itchy, stinging, and burning sensations on the skin of one or both feet. Although most common between the toes, athlete’s foot can also occur on the heels, soles, and tops of the feet.
Your skin can become dry, cracked, or scaly from this infection. Sometimes your feet can also smell foul.
What does the foot of an athlete look like?
An athlete’s foot can cause skin irritations between your toes, your bottoms, your feet, your heels, and the edges of your feet. You may notice red, purple, gray, or white patches on your skin.
Who is it affecting?
Everyone can get an athlete’s foot. It is most common in men over 60 and women. If you are a runner, an athlete’s feet may be more common.
- Diabetes.
- Obesity.
- A weak immune system.
- Tissue damage or injuries to your feet.
1 Athlete's foot is common
According to estimates, 3% to 15% of the world’s population may have athlete’s feet. 70% of people will eventually get it.
2 It's not only for athletes
Avoid going to public places barefoot, particularly locker rooms, showers, swimming pools, sharing socks, shoes, or towels. Closed-toe, tight-fitting shoes. Avoid soaking your feet for prolonged periods.
3 Treatment with OTC products
OTC products can be used to treat most cases of athlete’s feet. They come in a variety of formulations including powders, creams, sprays, and liquids.
4 caused by a fungus
It is a fungal infection on the skin. It thrives in moist and warm places like locker rooms, showers, and swimming pools. It can also be found in socks and shoes.
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