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Can sweaty feet cause athletes foot?
Moisture and fungus: Sweaty feet are conducive to fungal growth. Both moisture and fungus are essential for athletes foot. Unfortunately the causative fungi are normally present in the environment. See this site for more info. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/athletes-foot/ds00317. ...Read more
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Athlete (Definition)
Ath·lete n. A person possessing the natural or acquired traits, such as strength, agility, and endurance, that are necessary for physical exercise or sports, especially those ...Read more
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Are itchy bumps on my heel athletes foot?
It could be...: Athlete's foot. The best otc medication (in my opinion) is lotrimin (clotrimazole) ultra. Dilute vinegar soaks are good as well. Dry the inside of your shoes by placing them up-side down over an air return vent at home overnight. If this doesn't make things better in a couple days, see a podiatrist. ...Read more
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Could sweaty feet alone cause athletes foot?
Not by itself: not by itself but it certainly promotes the growth of the fungus that causes athletes foot. Try using an OTC antifungal powder like Tinactin (tolnaftate) or generics. The type of fungus that causes not by itself foot are called dermatophytes. You can google it. ...Read more
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Itching feet and ankles?
Athletes foot?: This could represent a fungal infection which can be treated with over the counter Lamisil (terbinafine) cream. If it does not respond it may be a form of e zelma which needs prescription strength treatment, and possibly ultraviolet or excimer laser to relieve symptoms. ...Read more
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Peeling on back of toes, rough soles. Athletes foot? After washing or rubbing athletes foot in they're a bit sore/sensitive. Think it's athletes foot.
Possibly: Tinea pedis can be associated with peeling and itching but is often in moist places as between your toes. There are over the counter powders and sprays that might help. Make sure you are using cotton socks and you may want to change your sneakers. Let your doctor have a look. ...Read more
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Can athletes foot cause foot swelling?
Yes...: In severe cases it can.
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Feet infection/eczema/athletes foot, treatment?
Since all three: Have different treatments it would be wise to get an accurate diagnosis which a foot doctor or dermatologist should be able to help you with. ...Read more
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Is athletes foot contagious?
Yes...: These types of fungi have the ability to infect normal tissue, so they can get into the skin without an obvious opening. ...Read more
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What causes athletes foot and thickecking toenails?
Athlete's foot is: A fungal infection of the skin. Thickened nails are often fungal, but it can also happen from an injury or repeated microtrauma to the nails. ...Read more
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Doflat feet cause foot and ankle pain?
YES: Yes, they can. A podiatrist can help you, perhaps with a pair of Rx orthotic devices. Sincerely, Dr. Latva ...Read more
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Itchy blood blister on inside of toe. Athletes foot?
Athletes foot : Typically does not cause a blood blister. It could cause a blister with clear fluid in it. It might be simply a blood blister from friction. ...Read more
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Is fungus athlete's foot?
Athlete's = fungus.: Athlete's foot is caused by tinea pedis, a fungus that causes foot itch. This can cause scaliness to red inflammation of the area involved. Other tests, like KOH prep show the fungus in the form of hyphae. ...Read more
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Can walking on calloused feet cause foot ulcers?
Yes: The same risk factors for ulcers in non-calloused foot apply in callused feet. Callouses are not necessarily protective. ...Read more
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What are symptoms of athlete's foot and foot fungus?
Athletes foot: The symptoms are athletes foot include scaly skin with redness and pruritus which means itchiness. Also foot fungus can cause it an odor. ...Read more
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Flat feet cause very bad foot and ankle pain?
Flat feet: Absolutely, plus knee, hip, and back pain as you get older. See foot specialist to control flat foot. Good Luck ...Read more
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Could i spray athlete's foot spray in my shoes?
I don't see : What would stop you.....They do make sprays for the shoes. I am not sure if it is just a marketing gimmick or if it somehow works different....You would have to check the labels for ingredients. I see no reason why you can't do that. ...Read more
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Does athlete's foot cause dry skin rashes elsewhere besides the feet?
No, not unless : That area is infected as well.
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Irritated skin on toes, red bumps, not peeling. Does athlete's foot always peel?
Athletes foot: Depending on the stage of athlete's foot and moisture content the toes can be irritated and appear red or peel with dry skin. ...Read more
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I've swollen feet and sunburn ankles?
Burn baby burn.: And you question is ?
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Itching (Definition)
Itches are a clinical finding in which a person's skin has a sensation of non-painful irritation ...Read more
Athlete's Foot (Definition)
Also known as tinea pedis, this fungal infection causes red, itchy ...Read more
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