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My 4 year old daughter has recently started getting dry peeling skin in between her toes also her toe nails are paper thin and cracked. shld i worry?

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Dr. John Chiu
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Allergy and Immunology 59 years experience
Athletes' foot: Although less common in young kids, this may be her problem. Try her on open toe shoes as much as possible and perhaps even some antifungal cream topically. A recent study found that socks not laundered with very hot water helps to spread the fungus that causes athlete's food.
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Dr. Arnold Beresh
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Podiatry 43 years experience
Yes: She probably has a fungus and it should be treated.
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