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• #1 Athlete’s foot

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2907807/

  Around 15% to 25% of people are likely to have athlete’s foot at any one time. […] The infection can spread to other parts of the body and to other people. […] We conducted a systematic review and aimed to answer the following clinical question: What are the effects of topical treatments for athlete’s foot? […] We found 14 systematic reviews, RCTs, or observational studies that met our inclusion criteria. […] In this systematic review we present information relating to the effectiveness and safety of the following interventions: improved foot hygiene, including socks and hosiery; topical allylamines (naftifine and terbinafine); topical azoles (bifonazole, clotrimazole, econazole nitrate, miconazole nitrate, sulconazole nitrate, and tioconazole); and topical ciclopirox olamine. […] Topical allylamines (naftifine and terbinafine), topical azoles (clotrimazole, miconazole nitrate, tioconazole, sulconazole nitrate, bifonazole, and econazole nitrate) and topical ciclopirox olamine are all more likely to cure fungal skin infections compared with placebo.

• #2 Athlete’s Foot Treatment | Athlete’s Foot Symptoms & Diagnosis

  https://allcarefamilymed.com/services/athletes-foot-treatment/

  If you suspect you have athletes foot, the AllCare expert team of physicians can help diagnose your symptoms, as athletes foot can sometimes be mistaken for eczema, psoriasis, and other conditions that cause foot rashes. […] To identify the fungus causing your rash, we may perform a skin sample test, where a small portion is scraped and examined under a microscope, with results usually available the next day. A skin culture can also be grown in a lab to determine the exact strain, though it takes up to three weeks. Alternatively, a skin biopsy may be done to rule out other skin diseases or cancers that could mimic athletes foot. […] While some over-the-counter medicines may relieve your athletes foot symptoms, its always a good practice to see your doctor to ensure you actually have athletes foot and not another skin condition that may mimic the same symptoms. […] If over-the-counter treatments are ineffective or if the infection is severe, consult a healthcare provider for further evaluation and treatment.

• #3 Athlete’s foot – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athlete%27s_foot

  When visiting a doctor, the basic diagnosis procedure applies. This includes checking the patient’s medical history and medical record for risk factors, a medical interview during which the doctor asks questions (such as about itching and scratching), and a physical examination. Athlete’s foot can usually be diagnosed by visual inspection of the skin and by identifying less obvious symptoms such as itching of the affected area. […] If the diagnosis is uncertain, direct microscopy of a potassium hydroxide preparation of a skin scraping (known as a KOH test) can confirm the diagnosis of athlete’s foot and help rule out other possible causes, such as candidiasis, pitted keratolysis, erythrasma, contact dermatitis, eczema, or psoriasis. Dermatophytes known to cause athlete’s foot will demonstrate multiple septate branching hyphae on microscopy. […] A Wood’s lamp (black light), although useful in diagnosing fungal infections of the scalp (tinea capitis), is not usually helpful in diagnosing athlete’s foot, since the common dermatophytes that cause this disease do not fluoresce under ultraviolet light.

• #4 Athlete’s Foot (Tinea Pedis) – Harvard Health

  https://www.health.harvard.edu/a_to_z/athletes-foot-tinea-pedis-a-to-z

  Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and about factors that make you more likely to develop athlete’s foot, such as your use of public sports facilities, clubs or showers. […] Your doctor usually can diagnose athlete’s foot simply by looking at your feet. To confirm the diagnosis, your doctor can gently scrape some flakes of skin from a scaly portion of your foot onto a slide. The dermatophytes that cause the infection often show up under a microscope.

• #5 ATHLETE’S FOOT: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS, AND SOLUTIONS | Mya Care

  https://myacare.com/blog/athletes-foot-causes-symptoms-and-solutions

  A physical examination and laboratory tests are common avenues for diagnosing foot fungus. […] A healthcare practitioner will examine the affected area, usually the feet, to look for signs and symptoms of Athlete’s Foot. They will check for redness, scaling, cracking, blistering, and other characteristic skin changes associated with the infection. […] Your doctor may perform a skin scraping test. They will carefully scrape off a small sample of the skin involved and examine it under a microscope. The sample gets treated with a potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution, which helps to dissolve the skin cells and reveal any fungal elements. This test can confirm the fungus responsible for Athlete’s Foot. […] In certain situations, a culture test may identify the specific type of fungus causing the infection. A sample of the affected skin is collected and placed in a culture medium that promotes the growth of fungi. This test allows the healthcare professional to identify the fungus and specify the most appropriate course of action.

• #6 Athlete’s Foot (Tinea Pedis) – Skin Disorders – Merck Manual Consumer Version

  https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/skin-disorders/fungal-skin-infections/athlete-s-foot-tinea-pedis

  Doctors base the diagnosis on an examination of the feet. […] The diagnosis of tinea pedis is usually obvious to doctors based on symptoms and the appearance of the affected area. […] If the diagnosis is not obvious, doctors do a skin scraping and examine it under a microscope.

• #7 Tinea Pedis Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination, Complications

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-clinical

  Commonly, tinea pedis (athlete’s foot) patients describe pruritic, scaly soles and, often, painful fissures between the toes. Less often, patients describe vesicular or ulcerative lesions. Some tinea pedis patients, especially elderly persons, may simply attribute their scaling feet to dry skin. […] In one study, the sensitivity and specificity for clinical diagnosis were 0.37 and 0.95, respectively, for tinea pedis in the interdigital areas and were 0.47 and 0.94, respectively, for tinea pedis in the plantar areas. […] Secondary cellulitis, lymphangitis, pyoderma, and even osteomyelitis can result from mycotic infections of the feet, including tinea pedis. These complications are seen more frequently in patients with conditions such as chronic edema, immunosuppression, hemiplegia and paraplegia, and diabetes. In diabetic patients, tinea pedis may increase the risk of diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic foot infections.

• #8 Tinea pedis (fungal foot infection)

  https://dermnetnz.org/topics/tinea-pedis

  Tinea pedis is a foot infection due to a dermatophyte fungus. It is the most common dermatophyte infection and is particularly prevalent in hot, tropical, urban environments. […] Interdigital involvement is most commonly seen (this presentation is also known as athletes foot, although some people use the term for any kind of tinea pedis). […] The diagnosis of tinea pedis can be made clinically in most cases, based on the characteristic clinical features. Other typical sites, such as toenails, groin, and palms of the hands, should be examined for fungal infection, which may support a diagnosis of tinea pedis. […] Diagnosis is confirmed by skin scrapings, which are sent for microscopy in potassium hydroxide (when segmented hyphae may be observed) and culture (mycology). Culture may not be necessary if typical fungal elements are observed on microscopy.

• #9 Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot) – Dermatologic Disorders – Merck Manual Professional Edition

  https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/dermatologic-disorders/fungal-skin-infections/tinea-pedis-athlete-s-foot

  Tinea pedis is a dermatophyte infection of the feet. Diagnosis is by clinical appearance and sometimes by potassium hydroxide wet mount, particularly if the infection manifests as hyperkeratotic, ulcerative, or vesiculobullous or is not interdigital. […] Diagnosis of tinea pedis is usually obvious based on clinical examination and review of risk factors. […] If the appearance is not diagnostic or if the infection manifests as hyperkeratotic, ulcerative, or vesiculobullous, a potassium hydroxide wet mount is helpful.

• #10 Athlete’s Foot: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis

  https://www.healthline.com/health/athletes-foot

  How is athletes foot diagnosed? A doctor may diagnose athletes foot by the symptoms. Or, a doctor may order a skin test if they arent sure a fungal infection is causing your symptoms. […] A skin lesion potassium hydroxide exam is the most common test for athletes foot. A doctor scrapes off a small area of infected skin and places it in potassium hydroxide. The KOH destroys normal cells and leaves the fungal cells untouched so they are easy to see under a microscope.

• #11 Athlete’s foot | Causes, Symptoms & Treatment | Britannica

  https://www.britannica.com/science/athletes-foot

  Athletes foot is an infection caused by a type of fungus known as a dermatophyte. […] A definitive diagnosis of athletes foot is made by obtaining a skin scraping from the leading edge of inflammation. The skin typically is collected by using a scalpel blade to scrape skin scales onto a glass microscope slide. The skin scraping is then evaluated for the presence of hyphae (fungus strands) under microscopy, using potassium hydroxide (KOH) wet-mount preparation.

• #12 What Is Athlete’s Foot & How Do You Treat It?

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/22139-athletes-foot-tinea-pedis

  Athletes foot is a contagious fungal infection that causes different itchy skin issues on your feet. […] Your healthcare provider can typically diagnose athletes foot by examining your feet and symptoms. […] In some cases, your healthcare provider may remove a small piece of skin (biopsy) and test it in a lab. Several drops of a potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution dissolve the skin cells so only fungal cells are visible.

• #13 Athlete’s foot – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athlete%27s_foot

  When visiting a doctor, the basic diagnosis procedure applies. This includes checking the patient’s medical history and medical record for risk factors, a medical interview during which the doctor asks questions (such as about itching and scratching), and a physical examination. Athlete’s foot can usually be diagnosed by visual inspection of the skin and by identifying less obvious symptoms such as itching of the affected area. […] If the diagnosis is uncertain, direct microscopy of a potassium hydroxide preparation of a skin scraping (known as a KOH test) can confirm the diagnosis of athlete’s foot and help rule out other possible causes, such as candidiasis, pitted keratolysis, erythrasma, contact dermatitis, eczema, or psoriasis. Dermatophytes known to cause athlete’s foot will demonstrate multiple septate branching hyphae on microscopy. […] A Wood’s lamp (black light), although useful in diagnosing fungal infections of the scalp (tinea capitis), is not usually helpful in diagnosing athlete’s foot, since the common dermatophytes that cause this disease do not fluoresce under ultraviolet light.

• #14 Tinea Pedis Workup: Laboratory Studies, Histologic Findings

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-workup

  In suspected tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), direct potassium hydroxide (KOH) staining for fungal elements should be ordered. Usually, the fungal elements are easily identified from scaly lesions. […] A fungal culture may be performed to confirm the diagnosis of tinea pedis and to identify the pathogenic species. […] Immunochromatography kits have been introduced for the diagnosis of superficial fungal infections, but they have proved less effective in the setting of tinea pedis. […] A skin biopsy and histopathological study are rarely needed to confirm a diagnosis of tinea pedis. […] Neutrophils may be noted within the stratum corneum, a finding that should prompt consideration of a dermatophyte infection.

• #15 Diagnosis and Management of Tinea Infections | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2014/1115/p702.html

  False-negative KOH preparations often result from inadequate scrapings. […] The sensitivity of the KOH preparation varies widely in different settings, ranging from 12% in a study of 27 Flemish general practitioners to 88% in a Nova Scotia tertiary care center. […] Don’t prescribe oral antifungal therapy for suspected nail fungus without confirmation of fungal infection.

• #16 Diagnosis and Management of Tinea Infections | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2014/1115/p702.html

  False-negative KOH preparations often result from inadequate scrapings. […] The sensitivity of the KOH preparation varies widely in different settings, ranging from 12% in a study of 27 Flemish general practitioners to 88% in a Nova Scotia tertiary care center. […] Don’t prescribe oral antifungal therapy for suspected nail fungus without confirmation of fungal infection.

• #17 Tinea Pedis Workup: Laboratory Studies, Histologic Findings

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-workup

  In suspected tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), direct potassium hydroxide (KOH) staining for fungal elements should be ordered. Usually, the fungal elements are easily identified from scaly lesions. […] A fungal culture may be performed to confirm the diagnosis of tinea pedis and to identify the pathogenic species. […] Immunochromatography kits have been introduced for the diagnosis of superficial fungal infections, but they have proved less effective in the setting of tinea pedis. […] A skin biopsy and histopathological study are rarely needed to confirm a diagnosis of tinea pedis. […] Neutrophils may be noted within the stratum corneum, a finding that should prompt consideration of a dermatophyte infection.

• #18 Azthena logo with the word Azthena

  https://www.news-medical.net/health/Diagnosis-of-Athletes-foot.aspx

  Athletes foot is fungal infection of the skin over the foot and more often than not may be diagnosed by clinical examination alone. […] Sometimes what is not visible to the naked eye may show up with the help of a Wood’s lamp (black light). […] Tests that confirm the diagnosis include (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) Fungal culture or skin culture, Skin lesion KOH or Potassium hydroxide exam, Skin lesion biopsy. […] A fungal culture is needed to detect the actual cause of the infection of the feet. […] Sometimes there may be persistent redness and itching over a particular area making diagnosis difficult. A fungal culture may be useful in these cases. […] A skin lesion biopsy in athletes foot is performed to exclude a chronic skin infection, non-cancerous tumors, skin cancers and other skin diseases that may mimic athletes foot.

• #19 Athlete’s foot: cause, diagnosis, and treatment

  https://gesund.bund.de/en/athletes-foot-tinea-pedis

  A doctor examines the affected areas of skin and asks about the symptoms. […] A skin sample is also taken to rule out other skin conditions. This is checked for fungal spores in a laboratory. The test results are usually available the next day. […] Results can take longer (about 3 weeks) if a test is needed to determine the precise type of pathogen. This is because a fungal culture has to be grown in a laboratory. Such tests are rarely necessary.

• #20 Athlete’s foot – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/athletes-foot/symptoms-causes/syc-20353841

  If you have a rash on your foot that doesn’t improve within two weeks of beginning self-treatment with an over-the-counter antifungal product, see your doctor. […] If you have diabetes, see your doctor if you suspect that you have athlete’s foot. Also see your doctor if you have signs of an infection swelling of the affected area, pus, fever.

• #21 Athlete’s Foot (Tinea Pedis) – Poplar Podiatry, P.C.

  https://www.poplarpodiatry.com/document_disorders.cfm?id=106

  Athlete’s foot is caused by a fungal infection of the skin on the foot. The diagnosis of tenia pedis is generally made based upon the clinical presentation. A definitive diagnosis is made by taking a scraping of the skin and culturing it. It may take up to three weeks for the culture to grow the fungus. In some instances the culture may present a false negative result because the skin scraping was inadequate. Some doctors may perform a KOH prep of a skin scraping. This is examined under a microscope and may reveal elements that can make the diagnosis. […] The chronic form of athletes foot is a relatively noninflamatory type of infection. It is characterized by a dull redness to the skin and pronounced scaling.

• #22 Athlete’s Foot (Tinea Pedis) – Poplar Podiatry, P.C.

  https://www.poplarpodiatry.com/document_disorders.cfm?id=106

  Athlete’s foot is caused by a fungal infection of the skin on the foot. The diagnosis of tenia pedis is generally made based upon the clinical presentation. A definitive diagnosis is made by taking a scraping of the skin and culturing it. It may take up to three weeks for the culture to grow the fungus. In some instances the culture may present a false negative result because the skin scraping was inadequate. Some doctors may perform a KOH prep of a skin scraping. This is examined under a microscope and may reveal elements that can make the diagnosis. […] The chronic form of athletes foot is a relatively noninflamatory type of infection. It is characterized by a dull redness to the skin and pronounced scaling.

• #23 Athlete’s foot: Causes, diagnosis and treatment | Biron

  https://www.biron.com/en/education-center/specialist-advice/athelete-foot/

  Athletes foot may seem trivial, but it is important to get a diagnosis in order to rule out other possible infections, as there are many other foot diseases. With an accurate diagnosis, affected individuals can obtain the appropriate treatment quickly, avoid complications and take the necessary steps to avoid contaminating others. […] During the consultation, the doctor examines the foot and looks for the characteristic signs of athletes foot. He or she may also examine the groin, hands and nails for signs of fungal infection in these areas. […] If necessary, skin samples can be taken via a quick, painless skin scraping procedure to confirm the presence and type of fungi. While a variety of diagnostic tools are available (e.g., microscopy, histology, dermoscopy, etc.), laboratory testing methods are also employed, such as fungal cultures and molecular analysis. […] Molecular analysis is a much faster method. It analyzes the pathogens DNA sequence and produces results in less than 10 days. In addition, it can be used to identify mixed infections and agents that do not grow in a culture.

• #24 Tinea Pedis Workup: Laboratory Studies, Histologic Findings

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-workup

  In suspected tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), direct potassium hydroxide (KOH) staining for fungal elements should be ordered. Usually, the fungal elements are easily identified from scaly lesions. […] A fungal culture may be performed to confirm the diagnosis of tinea pedis and to identify the pathogenic species. […] Immunochromatography kits have been introduced for the diagnosis of superficial fungal infections, but they have proved less effective in the setting of tinea pedis. […] A skin biopsy and histopathological study are rarely needed to confirm a diagnosis of tinea pedis. […] Neutrophils may be noted within the stratum corneum, a finding that should prompt consideration of a dermatophyte infection.

• #25 Azthena logo with the word Azthena

  https://www.news-medical.net/health/Diagnosis-of-Athletes-foot.aspx

  Athletes foot is fungal infection of the skin over the foot and more often than not may be diagnosed by clinical examination alone. […] Sometimes what is not visible to the naked eye may show up with the help of a Wood’s lamp (black light). […] Tests that confirm the diagnosis include (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) Fungal culture or skin culture, Skin lesion KOH or Potassium hydroxide exam, Skin lesion biopsy. […] A fungal culture is needed to detect the actual cause of the infection of the feet. […] Sometimes there may be persistent redness and itching over a particular area making diagnosis difficult. A fungal culture may be useful in these cases. […] A skin lesion biopsy in athletes foot is performed to exclude a chronic skin infection, non-cancerous tumors, skin cancers and other skin diseases that may mimic athletes foot.

• #26 Azthena logo with the word Azthena

  https://www.news-medical.net/health/Diagnosis-of-Athletes-foot.aspx

  Athletes foot is fungal infection of the skin over the foot and more often than not may be diagnosed by clinical examination alone. […] Sometimes what is not visible to the naked eye may show up with the help of a Wood’s lamp (black light). […] Tests that confirm the diagnosis include (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) Fungal culture or skin culture, Skin lesion KOH or Potassium hydroxide exam, Skin lesion biopsy. […] A fungal culture is needed to detect the actual cause of the infection of the feet. […] Sometimes there may be persistent redness and itching over a particular area making diagnosis difficult. A fungal culture may be useful in these cases. […] A skin lesion biopsy in athletes foot is performed to exclude a chronic skin infection, non-cancerous tumors, skin cancers and other skin diseases that may mimic athletes foot.

• #27 Azthena logo with the word Azthena

  https://www.news-medical.net/health/Diagnosis-of-Athletes-foot.aspx

  Athletes foot is fungal infection of the skin over the foot and more often than not may be diagnosed by clinical examination alone. […] Sometimes what is not visible to the naked eye may show up with the help of a Wood’s lamp (black light). […] Tests that confirm the diagnosis include (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) Fungal culture or skin culture, Skin lesion KOH or Potassium hydroxide exam, Skin lesion biopsy. […] A fungal culture is needed to detect the actual cause of the infection of the feet. […] Sometimes there may be persistent redness and itching over a particular area making diagnosis difficult. A fungal culture may be useful in these cases. […] A skin lesion biopsy in athletes foot is performed to exclude a chronic skin infection, non-cancerous tumors, skin cancers and other skin diseases that may mimic athletes foot.

• #28 Azthena logo with the word Azthena

  https://www.news-medical.net/health/Diagnosis-of-Athletes-foot.aspx

  Athletes foot is fungal infection of the skin over the foot and more often than not may be diagnosed by clinical examination alone. […] Sometimes what is not visible to the naked eye may show up with the help of a Wood’s lamp (black light). […] Tests that confirm the diagnosis include (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) Fungal culture or skin culture, Skin lesion KOH or Potassium hydroxide exam, Skin lesion biopsy. […] A fungal culture is needed to detect the actual cause of the infection of the feet. […] Sometimes there may be persistent redness and itching over a particular area making diagnosis difficult. A fungal culture may be useful in these cases. […] A skin lesion biopsy in athletes foot is performed to exclude a chronic skin infection, non-cancerous tumors, skin cancers and other skin diseases that may mimic athletes foot.

• #29 Tinea Pedis Workup: Laboratory Studies, Histologic Findings

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-workup

  In suspected tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), direct potassium hydroxide (KOH) staining for fungal elements should be ordered. Usually, the fungal elements are easily identified from scaly lesions. […] A fungal culture may be performed to confirm the diagnosis of tinea pedis and to identify the pathogenic species. […] Immunochromatography kits have been introduced for the diagnosis of superficial fungal infections, but they have proved less effective in the setting of tinea pedis. […] A skin biopsy and histopathological study are rarely needed to confirm a diagnosis of tinea pedis. […] Neutrophils may be noted within the stratum corneum, a finding that should prompt consideration of a dermatophyte infection.

• #30 Diagnosis and Management of Tinea Infections | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2014/1115/p702.html

  Tinea infections can be difficult to diagnose and treat. […] The diagnosis of onychomycosis should generally be confirmed with a test such as potassium hydroxide preparation, culture, or periodic acid-Schiff stain before initiating treatment. […] Tinea corporis, tinea cruris, and tinea pedis can often be diagnosed based on appearance, but a potassium hydroxide preparation or culture should be performed when the appearance is atypical. […] The diagnosis of onychomycosis should usually be confirmed with a KOH preparation, culture, or PAS stain because the treatment is long and potentially expensive, and the nonfungal mimics are common. […] The most sensitive diagnostic test, and the most expensive, is the PAS stain, which can be performed by placing toenail clippings or curettings in 10% formalin and transporting them to the pathology laboratory.

• #31 Athlete’s foot: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock

  https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000875.htm

  Athlete’s foot is an infection of the feet caused by fungus. The medical term is tinea pedis or ringworm of the foot. […] Your health care provider can diagnose athlete’s foot simply by looking at your skin. If tests are needed, they may include: […] A simple office test called a KOH exam to check for fungus. […] A skin biopsy may also be performed with a special stain called PAS to identify fungus.

• #32 ATHLETE’S FOOT: CAUSES, SYMPTOMS, AND SOLUTIONS | Mya Care

  https://myacare.com/blog/athletes-foot-causes-symptoms-and-solutions

  Sometimes, other skin conditions, such as dermatitis or psoriasis, can mimic the symptoms of Athlete’s Foot. To rule out these conditions, the healthcare professional may conduct additional tests or refer you to a dermatologist for further evaluation. […] Setting up an appointment with an experienced doctor to diagnose the Athlete’s Foot accurately is essential. They will be able to determine the type and severity of the infection and recommend the most appropriate treatment plan.

• #33 Athlete’s foot – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athlete%27s_foot

  When visiting a doctor, the basic diagnosis procedure applies. This includes checking the patient’s medical history and medical record for risk factors, a medical interview during which the doctor asks questions (such as about itching and scratching), and a physical examination. Athlete’s foot can usually be diagnosed by visual inspection of the skin and by identifying less obvious symptoms such as itching of the affected area. […] If the diagnosis is uncertain, direct microscopy of a potassium hydroxide preparation of a skin scraping (known as a KOH test) can confirm the diagnosis of athlete’s foot and help rule out other possible causes, such as candidiasis, pitted keratolysis, erythrasma, contact dermatitis, eczema, or psoriasis. Dermatophytes known to cause athlete’s foot will demonstrate multiple septate branching hyphae on microscopy. […] A Wood’s lamp (black light), although useful in diagnosing fungal infections of the scalp (tinea capitis), is not usually helpful in diagnosing athlete’s foot, since the common dermatophytes that cause this disease do not fluoresce under ultraviolet light.

• #34 Athlete’s Foot Treatment: Finding the Right Doctor

  https://idcchealth.org/blogs/what-doctor-to-see-for-athletes-foot/

  Diagnosing athletes foot usually involves examining the affected area. […] If the diagnosis isnt clear, or other conditions like dermatitis or psoriasis are possible, the doctor may take a skin sample for lab analysis to confirm the fungal presence and select an appropriate treatment. […] Following the doctors recommendations and maintaining good foot hygiene help prevent complications and recurrences.

• #35 Athlete’s Foot: What Is It? What Causes It? Is It Contagious?

  https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/understanding-athletes-foot-basics

  At the first sign of a problem, start applying an antifungal cream to your feet and especially between your toes. Studies have shown that medications containing terbinafine achieve results the quickest and require using them once a day for one week. […] Yes, it can go away by itself, but the odds of getting rid of athlete’s foot are much higher if you treat it with an over-the-counter or prescription medication. […] Although the fungus may disappear during treatment, you may still be contagious and have the infection. That’s why it’s important to complete the entire prescribed form of treatment, however long the duration. […] Eczema and dry skin on the foot can be confused with athlete’s foot, as some symptoms are similar. Atopic dermatitis is another condition that could be mistaken for it.

• #36 Athletes foot

  https://dermnetnz.org/topics/athletes-foot

  How is athlete’s foot diagnosed? The diagnosis is usually clinical, as athlete’s foot has a characteristic appearance. If resistant to treatment, investigations are undertaken to identify a specific infection. […] Scrapings for fungal microscopy and culture […] Swabs for bacterial microscopy and culture […] Wood’s light (ultraviolet) examination looking for coral-red fluorescence, characteristic of erythrasma.

• #37 Athlete’s foot – Wikipedia

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Athlete%27s_foot

  When visiting a doctor, the basic diagnosis procedure applies. This includes checking the patient’s medical history and medical record for risk factors, a medical interview during which the doctor asks questions (such as about itching and scratching), and a physical examination. Athlete’s foot can usually be diagnosed by visual inspection of the skin and by identifying less obvious symptoms such as itching of the affected area. […] If the diagnosis is uncertain, direct microscopy of a potassium hydroxide preparation of a skin scraping (known as a KOH test) can confirm the diagnosis of athlete’s foot and help rule out other possible causes, such as candidiasis, pitted keratolysis, erythrasma, contact dermatitis, eczema, or psoriasis. Dermatophytes known to cause athlete’s foot will demonstrate multiple septate branching hyphae on microscopy. […] A Wood’s lamp (black light), although useful in diagnosing fungal infections of the scalp (tinea capitis), is not usually helpful in diagnosing athlete’s foot, since the common dermatophytes that cause this disease do not fluoresce under ultraviolet light.

• #38

  https://www.aurorahealthcare.org/services/dermatology/athletes-foot

  Your doctor can often diagnose athlete’s foot just through a simple exam. To confirm an athletes foot diagnosis and rule out other skin conditions, your doctor might take a skin sample from the affected area for further testing. […] If left untreated, your athletes foot symptoms can become more severe and uncomfortable over time. Untreated athletes foot can also lead to other infections: […] Most cases of athletes foot can be treated at home with nonprescription antifungal creams, ointments, lotions or powders applied to the skin for a few weeks. […] Contact your health care provider if the fungal infection on your feet doesnt go away or gets worse even after youve tried treating it yourself at home. Your primary care provider or dermatologist may recommend a prescription antifungal cleanser, powder or lotion. To prevent athlete’s foot from returning, it’s important to use the medicine for the length of time your doctor recommended. […] Severe cases must be treated with prescription antifungal drugs to prevent athletes foot from coming back.

• #39 Athlete’s foot – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/athletes-foot/symptoms-causes/syc-20353841

  If you have a rash on your foot that doesn’t improve within two weeks of beginning self-treatment with an over-the-counter antifungal product, see your doctor. […] If you have diabetes, see your doctor if you suspect that you have athlete’s foot. Also see your doctor if you have signs of an infection swelling of the affected area, pus, fever.

• #40 Athlete’s foot – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/athletes-foot/symptoms-causes/syc-20353841

  If you have a rash on your foot that doesn’t improve within two weeks of beginning self-treatment with an over-the-counter antifungal product, see your doctor. […] If you have diabetes, see your doctor if you suspect that you have athlete’s foot. Also see your doctor if you have signs of an infection swelling of the affected area, pus, fever.

• #41 Athlete’s foot – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/athletes-foot/symptoms-causes/syc-20353841

  If you have a rash on your foot that doesn’t improve within two weeks of beginning self-treatment with an over-the-counter antifungal product, see your doctor. […] If you have diabetes, see your doctor if you suspect that you have athlete’s foot. Also see your doctor if you have signs of an infection swelling of the affected area, pus, fever.

• #42 Athlete’s Foot: Causes and Treatment | Dermatology Associates, WV

  https://www.dascwv.com/conditions/athletes-foot

  Seeking professional medical advice for athlete’s foot is essential for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. […] A dermatologist can diagnose athlete’s foot based on a visual examination of the affected area. In some cases, the dermatologist may perform a skin scraping to examine under a microscope or send a sample for a fungal culture to confirm the presence of the fungus. Proper diagnosis is crucial for effective treatment. […] Yes, seeking dermatological care for athlete’s foot is advisable, especially if over-the-counter treatments haven’t been effective or if the condition is severe or recurring. A dermatologist specializes in skin conditions and can provide a more accurate diagnosis and prescribe appropriate medications or treatments tailored to your specific situation.

• #43 Athlete’s Foot Treatment: Finding the Right Doctor

  https://idcchealth.org/blogs/what-doctor-to-see-for-athletes-foot/

  If you suspect athletes foot, two types of specialists can help diagnose and treat it: dermatologists and podiatrists. […] A dermatologist specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing skin diseases, including athletes foot. […] If needed, the dermatologist may perform additional tests, such as skin cultures, to confirm the diagnosis and tailor the treatment to your condition. […] A podiatrist focuses on foot care, including dermatological issues like athletes foot. […] Both specialists can help treat athletes foot and prevent complications. […] Consult your primary care doctor to determine the most suitable option. […] Consider seeking medical care if symptoms dont improve after two weeks of using antifungal treatments. […] When medical intervention is necessary, the healthcare provider might prescribe oral antifungal medications for infections that dont respond to topical treatments.

• #44 Athlete’s Foot Treatment: Finding the Right Doctor

  https://idcchealth.org/blogs/what-doctor-to-see-for-athletes-foot/

  If you suspect athletes foot, two types of specialists can help diagnose and treat it: dermatologists and podiatrists. […] A dermatologist specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing skin diseases, including athletes foot. […] If needed, the dermatologist may perform additional tests, such as skin cultures, to confirm the diagnosis and tailor the treatment to your condition. […] A podiatrist focuses on foot care, including dermatological issues like athletes foot. […] Both specialists can help treat athletes foot and prevent complications. […] Consult your primary care doctor to determine the most suitable option. […] Consider seeking medical care if symptoms dont improve after two weeks of using antifungal treatments. […] When medical intervention is necessary, the healthcare provider might prescribe oral antifungal medications for infections that dont respond to topical treatments.

• #45 Athlete’s Foot Treatment: Finding the Right Doctor

  https://idcchealth.org/blogs/what-doctor-to-see-for-athletes-foot/

  If you suspect athletes foot, two types of specialists can help diagnose and treat it: dermatologists and podiatrists. […] A dermatologist specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing skin diseases, including athletes foot. […] If needed, the dermatologist may perform additional tests, such as skin cultures, to confirm the diagnosis and tailor the treatment to your condition. […] A podiatrist focuses on foot care, including dermatological issues like athletes foot. […] Both specialists can help treat athletes foot and prevent complications. […] Consult your primary care doctor to determine the most suitable option. […] Consider seeking medical care if symptoms dont improve after two weeks of using antifungal treatments. […] When medical intervention is necessary, the healthcare provider might prescribe oral antifungal medications for infections that dont respond to topical treatments.

• #46 Athlete’s Foot Treatment: Finding the Right Doctor

  https://idcchealth.org/blogs/what-doctor-to-see-for-athletes-foot/

  If you suspect athletes foot, two types of specialists can help diagnose and treat it: dermatologists and podiatrists. […] A dermatologist specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing skin diseases, including athletes foot. […] If needed, the dermatologist may perform additional tests, such as skin cultures, to confirm the diagnosis and tailor the treatment to your condition. […] A podiatrist focuses on foot care, including dermatological issues like athletes foot. […] Both specialists can help treat athletes foot and prevent complications. […] Consult your primary care doctor to determine the most suitable option. […] Consider seeking medical care if symptoms dont improve after two weeks of using antifungal treatments. […] When medical intervention is necessary, the healthcare provider might prescribe oral antifungal medications for infections that dont respond to topical treatments.

• #47 Athlete’s foot: Causes, diagnosis and treatment | Biron

  https://www.biron.com/en/education-center/specialist-advice/athelete-foot/

  Athletes foot may seem trivial, but it is important to get a diagnosis in order to rule out other possible infections, as there are many other foot diseases. With an accurate diagnosis, affected individuals can obtain the appropriate treatment quickly, avoid complications and take the necessary steps to avoid contaminating others. […] During the consultation, the doctor examines the foot and looks for the characteristic signs of athletes foot. He or she may also examine the groin, hands and nails for signs of fungal infection in these areas. […] If necessary, skin samples can be taken via a quick, painless skin scraping procedure to confirm the presence and type of fungi. While a variety of diagnostic tools are available (e.g., microscopy, histology, dermoscopy, etc.), laboratory testing methods are also employed, such as fungal cultures and molecular analysis. […] Molecular analysis is a much faster method. It analyzes the pathogens DNA sequence and produces results in less than 10 days. In addition, it can be used to identify mixed infections and agents that do not grow in a culture.

• #48 Tinea Pedis Workup: Laboratory Studies, Histologic Findings

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-workup

  In suspected tinea pedis (athlete’s foot), direct potassium hydroxide (KOH) staining for fungal elements should be ordered. Usually, the fungal elements are easily identified from scaly lesions. […] A fungal culture may be performed to confirm the diagnosis of tinea pedis and to identify the pathogenic species. […] Immunochromatography kits have been introduced for the diagnosis of superficial fungal infections, but they have proved less effective in the setting of tinea pedis. […] A skin biopsy and histopathological study are rarely needed to confirm a diagnosis of tinea pedis. […] Neutrophils may be noted within the stratum corneum, a finding that should prompt consideration of a dermatophyte infection.

• #49 Athlete’s foot treatment online | Diagnosis & prescriptions for athlete’s foot | Virtuwell

  https://www.virtuwell.com/condition/athletes-foot

  Athlete’s foot is a highly contagious fungal infection. Typical symptoms include itching, stinging or burning and red, scaly, flaky skin and sometimes blisters. […] Our certified nurse practitioners provide a diagnosis and personalized treatment plan. When a prescription is needed, we send it directly to the pharmacy you choose. […] Board-certified nurse practitioners review your answers right away. They make the diagnosis, and recommend the care you’ll need. If prescriptions are in the plan, they’re sent to your favorite pharmacy.

• #50 Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot) Quiz: Check Possibility & Treatment with Ubie AI Symptom Checker

  https://ubiehealth.com/diseases/tinea-pedis-athletes-foot

  Worried about your symptoms? […] Start the Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot) test with our free AI Symptom Checker. […] Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease: Are your nails thick, white, and cloudy? […] Treatment begins with simple measures like keeping the skin dry and well-ventilated. […] Our symptom checker AI is continuously refined with input from experienced physicians, empowering them to make more accurate diagnoses.

• #51 Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot) Quiz: Check Possibility & Treatment with Ubie AI Symptom Checker

  https://ubiehealth.com/diseases/tinea-pedis-athletes-foot

  Worried about your symptoms? […] Start the Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s Foot) test with our free AI Symptom Checker. […] Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease: Are your nails thick, white, and cloudy? […] Treatment begins with simple measures like keeping the skin dry and well-ventilated. […] Our symptom checker AI is continuously refined with input from experienced physicians, empowering them to make more accurate diagnoses.

• #52 Athlete’s Foot – APMA MAIN

  https://www.apma.org/patients-and-the-public/conditions-affecting-the-foot-and-ankle/athletes-foot/

  If you believe that you have a fungus infection that does not respond to proper foot hygiene and there is no improvement within two weeks, consult a podiatrist. […] Your podiatrist will determine if a fungus is the cause of the problem. If it is, a specific treatment plan, including the prescription of antifungal medication, applied topically or taken by mouth, may usually be suggested. […] Topical or oral antifungal drugs are often prescribed. […] If the infection is caused by bacteria and not fungus, antibiotics that are effective against a broad spectrum of bacteria, such as penicillin, may be prescribed.

• #53

  https://www.aurorahealthcare.org/services/dermatology/athletes-foot

  Your doctor can often diagnose athlete’s foot just through a simple exam. To confirm an athletes foot diagnosis and rule out other skin conditions, your doctor might take a skin sample from the affected area for further testing. […] If left untreated, your athletes foot symptoms can become more severe and uncomfortable over time. Untreated athletes foot can also lead to other infections: […] Most cases of athletes foot can be treated at home with nonprescription antifungal creams, ointments, lotions or powders applied to the skin for a few weeks. […] Contact your health care provider if the fungal infection on your feet doesnt go away or gets worse even after youve tried treating it yourself at home. Your primary care provider or dermatologist may recommend a prescription antifungal cleanser, powder or lotion. To prevent athlete’s foot from returning, it’s important to use the medicine for the length of time your doctor recommended. […] Severe cases must be treated with prescription antifungal drugs to prevent athletes foot from coming back.

• #54 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Tinea pedis, also known as athlete’s foot, results from dermatophytes infecting the skin of the feet. […] A practice gap exists among clinicians in recognizing the risk factors and potential complications associated with tinea pedis. […] Bridging this gap is crucial to ensure timely diagnosis, effective management, and the prevention of complications in patients with this fungal skin infection. […] Confirmation through microscopy and culture may be necessary. […] Microscopic examination of scrapings from the affected site can confirm the diagnosis by demonstrating segmented hyphae. […] Although the physical examination may strongly indicate a dermatophyte infection, tinea can overlap with other skin conditions. […] Patients who do not respond to topical treatment require systemic therapy.

• #55 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Acceptable systemic treatment options include: Terbinafine at a daily dosage of 250 mg for 2 weeks. […] Itraconazole at a twice-daily dosage of 200 mg for 1 week. […] Fluconazole at 150 mg per week for 2 to 6 weeks. […] Griseofulvin, for adults, at a daily dosage of 1000 mg of griseofulvin microsize for 4 to 8 weeks or 750 mg of griseofulvin ultramicro size for 4 to 8 weeks. […] Although rare, gastrointestinal adverse effects may occur from taking fluconazole. […] Prompt and appropriate treatment and adherence to preventive measures can help minimize the risk of complications and contribute to the successful management of tinea pedis.

• #56 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Acceptable systemic treatment options include: Terbinafine at a daily dosage of 250 mg for 2 weeks. […] Itraconazole at a twice-daily dosage of 200 mg for 1 week. […] Fluconazole at 150 mg per week for 2 to 6 weeks. […] Griseofulvin, for adults, at a daily dosage of 1000 mg of griseofulvin microsize for 4 to 8 weeks or 750 mg of griseofulvin ultramicro size for 4 to 8 weeks. […] Although rare, gastrointestinal adverse effects may occur from taking fluconazole. […] Prompt and appropriate treatment and adherence to preventive measures can help minimize the risk of complications and contribute to the successful management of tinea pedis.

• #57 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Acceptable systemic treatment options include: Terbinafine at a daily dosage of 250 mg for 2 weeks. […] Itraconazole at a twice-daily dosage of 200 mg for 1 week. […] Fluconazole at 150 mg per week for 2 to 6 weeks. […] Griseofulvin, for adults, at a daily dosage of 1000 mg of griseofulvin microsize for 4 to 8 weeks or 750 mg of griseofulvin ultramicro size for 4 to 8 weeks. […] Although rare, gastrointestinal adverse effects may occur from taking fluconazole. […] Prompt and appropriate treatment and adherence to preventive measures can help minimize the risk of complications and contribute to the successful management of tinea pedis.

• #58 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Acceptable systemic treatment options include: Terbinafine at a daily dosage of 250 mg for 2 weeks. […] Itraconazole at a twice-daily dosage of 200 mg for 1 week. […] Fluconazole at 150 mg per week for 2 to 6 weeks. […] Griseofulvin, for adults, at a daily dosage of 1000 mg of griseofulvin microsize for 4 to 8 weeks or 750 mg of griseofulvin ultramicro size for 4 to 8 weeks. […] Although rare, gastrointestinal adverse effects may occur from taking fluconazole. […] Prompt and appropriate treatment and adherence to preventive measures can help minimize the risk of complications and contribute to the successful management of tinea pedis.

• #59 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Acceptable systemic treatment options include: Terbinafine at a daily dosage of 250 mg for 2 weeks. […] Itraconazole at a twice-daily dosage of 200 mg for 1 week. […] Fluconazole at 150 mg per week for 2 to 6 weeks. […] Griseofulvin, for adults, at a daily dosage of 1000 mg of griseofulvin microsize for 4 to 8 weeks or 750 mg of griseofulvin ultramicro size for 4 to 8 weeks. […] Although rare, gastrointestinal adverse effects may occur from taking fluconazole. […] Prompt and appropriate treatment and adherence to preventive measures can help minimize the risk of complications and contribute to the successful management of tinea pedis.

• #60 Tinea Pedis Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination, Complications

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-clinical

  Commonly, tinea pedis (athlete’s foot) patients describe pruritic, scaly soles and, often, painful fissures between the toes. Less often, patients describe vesicular or ulcerative lesions. Some tinea pedis patients, especially elderly persons, may simply attribute their scaling feet to dry skin. […] In one study, the sensitivity and specificity for clinical diagnosis were 0.37 and 0.95, respectively, for tinea pedis in the interdigital areas and were 0.47 and 0.94, respectively, for tinea pedis in the plantar areas. […] Secondary cellulitis, lymphangitis, pyoderma, and even osteomyelitis can result from mycotic infections of the feet, including tinea pedis. These complications are seen more frequently in patients with conditions such as chronic edema, immunosuppression, hemiplegia and paraplegia, and diabetes. In diabetic patients, tinea pedis may increase the risk of diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic foot infections.

• #61 Tinea Pedis Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination, Complications

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-clinical

  Commonly, tinea pedis (athlete’s foot) patients describe pruritic, scaly soles and, often, painful fissures between the toes. Less often, patients describe vesicular or ulcerative lesions. Some tinea pedis patients, especially elderly persons, may simply attribute their scaling feet to dry skin. […] In one study, the sensitivity and specificity for clinical diagnosis were 0.37 and 0.95, respectively, for tinea pedis in the interdigital areas and were 0.47 and 0.94, respectively, for tinea pedis in the plantar areas. […] Secondary cellulitis, lymphangitis, pyoderma, and even osteomyelitis can result from mycotic infections of the feet, including tinea pedis. These complications are seen more frequently in patients with conditions such as chronic edema, immunosuppression, hemiplegia and paraplegia, and diabetes. In diabetic patients, tinea pedis may increase the risk of diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic foot infections.

• #62 Tinea Pedis Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination, Complications

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-clinical

  Commonly, tinea pedis (athlete’s foot) patients describe pruritic, scaly soles and, often, painful fissures between the toes. Less often, patients describe vesicular or ulcerative lesions. Some tinea pedis patients, especially elderly persons, may simply attribute their scaling feet to dry skin. […] In one study, the sensitivity and specificity for clinical diagnosis were 0.37 and 0.95, respectively, for tinea pedis in the interdigital areas and were 0.47 and 0.94, respectively, for tinea pedis in the plantar areas. […] Secondary cellulitis, lymphangitis, pyoderma, and even osteomyelitis can result from mycotic infections of the feet, including tinea pedis. These complications are seen more frequently in patients with conditions such as chronic edema, immunosuppression, hemiplegia and paraplegia, and diabetes. In diabetic patients, tinea pedis may increase the risk of diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic foot infections.

• #63 Tinea Pedis Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination, Complications

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-clinical

  Commonly, tinea pedis (athlete’s foot) patients describe pruritic, scaly soles and, often, painful fissures between the toes. Less often, patients describe vesicular or ulcerative lesions. Some tinea pedis patients, especially elderly persons, may simply attribute their scaling feet to dry skin. […] In one study, the sensitivity and specificity for clinical diagnosis were 0.37 and 0.95, respectively, for tinea pedis in the interdigital areas and were 0.47 and 0.94, respectively, for tinea pedis in the plantar areas. […] Secondary cellulitis, lymphangitis, pyoderma, and even osteomyelitis can result from mycotic infections of the feet, including tinea pedis. These complications are seen more frequently in patients with conditions such as chronic edema, immunosuppression, hemiplegia and paraplegia, and diabetes. In diabetic patients, tinea pedis may increase the risk of diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic foot infections.

• #64 Tinea Pedis Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination, Complications

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-clinical

  Commonly, tinea pedis (athlete’s foot) patients describe pruritic, scaly soles and, often, painful fissures between the toes. Less often, patients describe vesicular or ulcerative lesions. Some tinea pedis patients, especially elderly persons, may simply attribute their scaling feet to dry skin. […] In one study, the sensitivity and specificity for clinical diagnosis were 0.37 and 0.95, respectively, for tinea pedis in the interdigital areas and were 0.47 and 0.94, respectively, for tinea pedis in the plantar areas. […] Secondary cellulitis, lymphangitis, pyoderma, and even osteomyelitis can result from mycotic infections of the feet, including tinea pedis. These complications are seen more frequently in patients with conditions such as chronic edema, immunosuppression, hemiplegia and paraplegia, and diabetes. In diabetic patients, tinea pedis may increase the risk of diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic foot infections.

• #65 Tinea Pedis Clinical Presentation: History, Physical Examination, Complications

  https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/1091684-clinical

  Commonly, tinea pedis (athlete’s foot) patients describe pruritic, scaly soles and, often, painful fissures between the toes. Less often, patients describe vesicular or ulcerative lesions. Some tinea pedis patients, especially elderly persons, may simply attribute their scaling feet to dry skin. […] In one study, the sensitivity and specificity for clinical diagnosis were 0.37 and 0.95, respectively, for tinea pedis in the interdigital areas and were 0.47 and 0.94, respectively, for tinea pedis in the plantar areas. […] Secondary cellulitis, lymphangitis, pyoderma, and even osteomyelitis can result from mycotic infections of the feet, including tinea pedis. These complications are seen more frequently in patients with conditions such as chronic edema, immunosuppression, hemiplegia and paraplegia, and diabetes. In diabetic patients, tinea pedis may increase the risk of diabetic foot ulcers and diabetic foot infections.

• #66 Athlete’s foot

  https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2907807/

  Around 15% to 25% of people are likely to have athlete’s foot at any one time. […] The infection can spread to other parts of the body and to other people. […] We conducted a systematic review and aimed to answer the following clinical question: What are the effects of topical treatments for athlete’s foot? […] We found 14 systematic reviews, RCTs, or observational studies that met our inclusion criteria. […] In this systematic review we present information relating to the effectiveness and safety of the following interventions: improved foot hygiene, including socks and hosiery; topical allylamines (naftifine and terbinafine); topical azoles (bifonazole, clotrimazole, econazole nitrate, miconazole nitrate, sulconazole nitrate, and tioconazole); and topical ciclopirox olamine. […] Topical allylamines (naftifine and terbinafine), topical azoles (clotrimazole, miconazole nitrate, tioconazole, sulconazole nitrate, bifonazole, and econazole nitrate) and topical ciclopirox olamine are all more likely to cure fungal skin infections compared with placebo.

• #67 Athlete’s Foot: Treatment at Home & When to See a Doctor

  https://resources.healthgrades.com/right-care/skin-hair-and-nails/when-to-see-a-doctor-for-athletes-foot

  If you’ve tried home treatments for athlete’s foot without success, see a doctor. […] Because the condition can be spread to other parts of your body and to other people, it’s important to see a doctor if you’ve tried athlete’s foot treatments at home without success. […] You can expect to see some improvement after one week of treatment with an antifungal cream or other medication, and the infection should be nearly gone after two weeks of treatment at home, although sometimes it may take longer. If you haven’t seen any improvement or the infection appears to be getting worse, call your doctor. […] It’s important to seek treatment before the infection spreads to the rest of your foot or other parts of your body, such as your groin or toenails. […] A primary care physician or dermatologist can diagnose athlete’s foot and recommend the best treatment. To rule out other medical conditions, such as eczema, your doctor might want to scrape your foot to confirm you have fungus spores on your skin. After confirming you have athlete’s foot, your doctor may prescribe a stronger medication, usually a cream or, in severe cases, a pill. […] Don’t dismiss athlete’s foot symptoms. Because the condition spreads easily, it’s important to catch it early and start treatment right away. If you notice the symptoms and home treatment isn’t working, consult with your doctor.

• #68 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Tinea pedis, also known as athlete’s foot, results from dermatophytes infecting the skin of the feet. […] A practice gap exists among clinicians in recognizing the risk factors and potential complications associated with tinea pedis. […] Bridging this gap is crucial to ensure timely diagnosis, effective management, and the prevention of complications in patients with this fungal skin infection. […] Confirmation through microscopy and culture may be necessary. […] Microscopic examination of scrapings from the affected site can confirm the diagnosis by demonstrating segmented hyphae. […] Although the physical examination may strongly indicate a dermatophyte infection, tinea can overlap with other skin conditions. […] Patients who do not respond to topical treatment require systemic therapy.

• #69 Diagnosis and Management of Tinea Infections | AAFP

  https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2014/1115/p702.html

  Tinea infections can be difficult to diagnose and treat. […] The diagnosis of onychomycosis should generally be confirmed with a test such as potassium hydroxide preparation, culture, or periodic acid-Schiff stain before initiating treatment. […] Tinea corporis, tinea cruris, and tinea pedis can often be diagnosed based on appearance, but a potassium hydroxide preparation or culture should be performed when the appearance is atypical. […] The diagnosis of onychomycosis should usually be confirmed with a KOH preparation, culture, or PAS stain because the treatment is long and potentially expensive, and the nonfungal mimics are common. […] The most sensitive diagnostic test, and the most expensive, is the PAS stain, which can be performed by placing toenail clippings or curettings in 10% formalin and transporting them to the pathology laboratory.

• #70 Athlete’s Foot Treatment: Finding the Right Doctor

  https://idcchealth.org/blogs/what-doctor-to-see-for-athletes-foot/

  Diagnosing athletes foot usually involves examining the affected area. […] If the diagnosis isnt clear, or other conditions like dermatitis or psoriasis are possible, the doctor may take a skin sample for lab analysis to confirm the fungal presence and select an appropriate treatment. […] Following the doctors recommendations and maintaining good foot hygiene help prevent complications and recurrences.

• #71 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Tinea pedis, also known as athlete’s foot, results from dermatophytes infecting the skin of the feet. […] A practice gap exists among clinicians in recognizing the risk factors and potential complications associated with tinea pedis. […] Bridging this gap is crucial to ensure timely diagnosis, effective management, and the prevention of complications in patients with this fungal skin infection. […] Confirmation through microscopy and culture may be necessary. […] Microscopic examination of scrapings from the affected site can confirm the diagnosis by demonstrating segmented hyphae. […] Although the physical examination may strongly indicate a dermatophyte infection, tinea can overlap with other skin conditions. […] Patients who do not respond to topical treatment require systemic therapy.

• #72 Tinea Pedis – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf

  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470421/

  Tinea pedis, also known as athlete’s foot, results from dermatophytes infecting the skin of the feet. […] A practice gap exists among clinicians in recognizing the risk factors and potential complications associated with tinea pedis. […] Bridging this gap is crucial to ensure timely diagnosis, effective management, and the prevention of complications in patients with this fungal skin infection. […] Confirmation through microscopy and culture may be necessary. […] Microscopic examination of scrapings from the affected site can confirm the diagnosis by demonstrating segmented hyphae. […] Although the physical examination may strongly indicate a dermatophyte infection, tinea can overlap with other skin conditions. […] Patients who do not respond to topical treatment require systemic therapy.

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