This image displays scaly, slightly elevated lesions typical of tinea pedis (athlete's foot). The space between the 4th and 5th toe is a frequent location of the start of athlete's foot (tinea pedis). Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) can cause blisters, as displayed in this scaly, red patch. This image displays two feet-one hand syndrome that is typical in tinea pedis (athlete's foot), with both feet and only one hand being affected. Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) often causes a "moccasin foot" with dry, red, rough areas along the entire side of the foot. Tinea pedis (athlete's foot) will often start between the toes, as displayed in this image. The circular shape of these red, scaling patches on the back of the feet demonstrate why tinea is often called "ringworm." Careful inspection will usually reveal cracks between the toes as well. Moisture has been a prime factor encouraging athlete's foot infection between the toes displayed in this image. This image displays scaling and erosion of the skin between the toes in a severe case of tinea pedis (athlete's foot).
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Picture of Athlete's Foot (Tinea Pedis): This image displays scaly, slightly elevated lesions typical of tinea pedis (athlete's foot). Divider line
This image displays scaly, slightly elevated lesions typical of tinea pedis (athlete's foot).
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Who's At Risk
Anyone of any age may develop athlete's foot, though it is most commonly seen in teen males, and it is rarely seen in children. People with diabetes or immunosuppressive disorders are prone to more infections in general, including athlete's foot.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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