Question 1

can babies get athletes foot? 0-12m

Accepted Answer

Yes: Babies can get fungal infections of the skin, which is what "athlete's foot" is.

Question 2

have you seen athletes foot on babys less than 1 year? my 9m has redness only between the big toes. he usually wears socks but shoes too sometimes.

Accepted Answer

Fungal infection: Apply lotrimin (clotrimazole) and keep without socks so it airs out

Question 3

i have peeling and a black/brown spot between my two little toes... not a mole or raised at all, just like colored skin. treating for athletes foot.

Accepted Answer

Brown spot skin: If it does not resolve completely in a few days (7-10) f/u w/ dermatologist.  May be fungal but rarely can be melanoma. f/u/ w/ dermatology, f/u/ sooner if worsens

Question 4

did a clorox/water foot soak for athletes foot. had a little cut that burned a little but fine after rinsing. can this get into blood and be bad?

Accepted Answer

Chlorox: is bleach and it has sodium  hypochlorite which bleaches ,kills bacteria.causes local irritation but absorption from a cut is limites
wash the exposed surface with running water and you should be fine 
monitor your cut so it does not get infected

Question 5

i cut my self while cleaning my shower drain. the cut on my finger got infected and began formin g blisters around it. i had athletes foot before and this is what it looks like

Accepted Answer

You : You need to seek medical care for a number reasons:
1. To make sure you are up to date with your tetanus immunization, and if not, to get an tetanus toxoid injection.
2. To determine if you have infection and to obtain treatment.
3. To make sure you do not have a chemical injury from the cleaning materials.

Question 6

severe athletes foot deep cracks in the heel of foot, toenails that are too thick to cut with fingernail clippers extreme pain and burning what to do?

Accepted Answer

Consult with: a BOARD CERTIFIED DERMATOLOGIST (Skin specialist) 
Look for Hospital or University based ( resources for CULTURE and SENSITIVITY  of the infecting fungus (Although 'Tinea Pedis" most "common" other fungi can  'invade" as well as BACTERIAL 'super" infection" Good Luck and hope this is helpful
Dr Z

Question 7

unprotected sex 10 months ago.  dry cough dry itchy skin. red bumps on thighs. white tongue. cuts won't heal. athletes foot. nail changes oral hiv neg?

Accepted Answer

HIV: Sounds like you're having some pretty common health annoyances &amp; are worried they're due to HIV. First, the chance of of getting HIV from 1 encounter is very low (1 in 1250 exposures for vaginal penetration). The oral HIV tests are pretty accurate (about 92%) but to be extra sure and give you peace of mind, call your gyn or PCP to get a blood test. It's quick and confidential. Good luck!

Question 8

whats the fastest remedy for athletes foot on your feet around your toes?

Accepted Answer

What's the hurry?: Try an over-the-counter antifungal cream or spray -- plus keep your feet as cool and dry as possible. If the otc doesn't work, see a dermatologist for a prescription.

Question 9

what are symptoms of athletes foot on parts of body other than the between the toes? how are they different from those of between the toes?

Accepted Answer

Fungal infections: Fungal overgrowth and infection can cause athletes foot, ringworm, toenail fungus, rashes on the scalp (tinea capitis), oral thrush and vaginal yeast infections. There are various different kinds of yeast involved in different areas and each is treated uniquely. Most often -azole medications are used to treat the various yeast infections.

Question 10

i have athletes foot it's been about 2 weeks i have been treating it with over the counter medication 3 of my toes are purple should i be worried ?

Accepted Answer

Needs a visit: Athletes foot does not cause purple toes. You need to get in and have someone see what is really going on.

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What are symptoms of athletes foot on parts of body other than the between the toes? how are they different from those of between the toes?

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I have athletes foot it's been about 2 weeks i have been treating it with over the counter medication 3 of my toes are purple should i be worried ?

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