Athlete's Foot Symptoms

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...

Athlete's Foot Prevention

Prevention
... These tips can help you avoid athlete''s foot or ease the symptoms if infection occurs: Keep your feet dry, especially between your toes. Go barefoot to let your feet air out as much as possible when ...

Athlete's Foot Treatment

Complications
... The fungal infection can create an environment that invites a secondary bacterial infection. By producing an antibiotic substance, the fungus can kill off vulnerable bacteria and favor the overgrowth ...

Treatment
... For mild conditions, your doctor may advise you to apply a prescription or over-the-counter antifungal ointment, lotion, powder or spray. Most infections respond well to these topical agents, which in...