Signs and symptoms
... The signs and symptoms of athlete''s foot can be numerous, although you probably won''t have all of them: Itching, stinging and burning between your toes, especially the last two toes Itching, stingin...

Causes
... A group of fungi called dermatophytes causes athlete''s foot. These organisms sprout tendril-like extensions that infect the superficial layer of the skin. In response to this fungal growth, the basal...

Risk factors
... The organisms that cause athlete''s foot thrive in damp, close environments created by thick, tight shoes that can pinch the toes together and create warm, moist areas in between them. Damp socks and ...

When to seek medical advice
... If you have a rash on your foot that doesn''t improve or worsens after you''ve taken self-care steps, see your doctor. See someone sooner if you notice excessive redness, swelling, drainage or fever.

Screening and diagnosis
... Your doctor will want to determine if your symptoms are caused by athlete''s foot or by another skin disorder, such as dermatitis or psoriasis. You''ll probably be asked about exposure to contaminated...