Our young athlete had tinea pedis, also known as “athlete’s foot” or “foot ringworm.” Tinea pedis affects the toes and feet and is the most common fungus infection. Dermatophyte infections, such as ...

An estimated 72 million ambulatory visits for superficial cutaneous fungal infections (SCFIs) in the United States were recorded during 2005-2016, with an increasing trend over the years. Tinea ...

Dermatophytosis, or tinea, is a fungal infection involving superficial portions of the skin, hair and nails. The infection is usually caused by one of three genera: Epidermophyton, Microsporum or ...

Foot fungus, also known as athlete’s foot, is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. This fungal infection primarily targets the skin on the feet, but if left untreated, it can spread ...

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis, or ringworm) is a common fungal infection that causes itching, redness, and irritation between the toes. Over-the-counter creams or powders can be effective for relieving ...

A top GP has warned that crusty heels—often dismissed as nothing more than dry skin—could actually be a sign of a 'highly contagious' fungal infection which, if left untreated, can even become ...

Now that summer is here your risk of developing a fungal infection on your skin has increased. Florida's increased humidity and heat in the summer makes you more susceptible because you sweat more.