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My feet are dry red itchy and purple on top of toes. what could this be?

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Dr. Angelo Mitsos answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Athletes Foot: Most likely athletes foot, a fungal infection. Try to keep feet as dry as possible. Lotrimin (clotrimazole) cream, available otc, twice daily for 4 to 6 weeks is an initial treatment

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/12/2017

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A member asked:

My feet are dry red itchy and purple on top of toes. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Angelo Mitsos answered

Dr Ferdowsi and another doctor agreed

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