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I have foot fungus and a slight deformity, can this be neuropathy?
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See below: These are 2 separate conditions and yes neuropathy can cause foot deformity.
Answered 2/15/2013
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Doubtful: Tinea pedis, commonly known as athlete's is a fungal infection of the skin of the foot. It has little to do with neuropathy. Without knowing exactly what your deformity is, one cannot relate it to neuropathy either.
Answered 10/4/2016
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