Universidad Nacional Pedro Henríquez Ureña.

Faculty

college of health sciences.

School:

medicine School.

Name:

Johanna Esther Medina Cleto.

Matrícula:

Jm21-0381

Teacher's name:

Pedro Pablo Fragoso.

Enrollment:

Jm21-0381
 Athlete's foot.

General description.

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a fungal skin infection that usually starts
between the toes. This usually occurs in people whose feet sweat a lot when
wearing tight shoes. Signs and symptoms of athlete's foot include an itchy,
scaly rash. The condition is contagious and can spread through contaminated
floors, towels, or clothing. Athlete's foot is closely related to other fungal
infections such as ringworm and jock itch. It can be treated with antifungal
medications, but the infection often comes back.

Symptoms.

Athlete's foot can affect one or both feet. Common signs and symptoms
include:

 Scaly, cracked, or peeling skin between the toes.

 itching, especially after removing shoes and socks.
 Inflamed skin can appear red, purple, or gray depending on your skin
tone.
 burning or jaundice.
 Dry, flaky skin on the bottoms of the feet that runs down the sides of
the feet.

When should you see a doctor?

Contact your doctor if you have a foot rash that does not improve within two
weeks of starting self-treatment with an over-the-counter antifungal.
If you have diabetes, contact your doctor if you suspect athlete's foot. Also
visit a doctor if you have signs of infection: swelling, pus, fever.

Cause.

Athlete's foot is caused by the same type of fungus (dermatophyte) that causes
ringworm and jock itch. Wet socks and shoes, heat and humidity favor the
growth of these organisms. Athlete's foot is contagious and can be spread by
touching an infected person or by touching contaminated surfaces such as
towels, floors, and shoes. You can also spread it from your feet to other parts
of your body, especially if you pick or pick at the infected part of your feet.

Risk factor's.

You are more at risk of developing athlete's foot if:

 you often wear closed shoes.

 you sweat profusely.
 Share rugs, rugs, bedding, clothing, or shoes with someone who has a
yeast infection.
 Walk barefoot in public places where the infection can spread, such as
locker rooms, saunas, swimming pools, public toilets, and showers.

Complications.

Athlete's foot can spread to other warm, moist areas of the body. Jock itch is
usually caused by the same fungus that causes athlete's foot. The infection
usually spreads from the feet to the groin, as the fungus can be spread by
hands or towels.

Athlete's foot is sometimes caused by a bacterial infection.

Prevention.

These tips can help you avoid getting athlete's foot or passing it on to others:

 Let your feet breathe. Wear sandals whenever possible and let your feet
breathe as much as possible. Wash your feet every day. Rinse and dry
feet thoroughly with warm, soapy water, especially between the toes. If
you are prone to athlete's foot, use a medicated foot powder (Tinactin,
Gold Bond, or others) or another medicated foot powder (Lotrimin AF,
Zeasorb, or others).
 Change your socks regularly. Change your socks at least once a day, or
more often if your feet get sweaty. Moisture-wicking socks, such as
cotton socks, help keep your feet dry better than nylon socks.
Alternatively, a pair of shoes. Wear different shoes every day. This
way, the shoes have time to dry after each use.
 Protect your feet in public places. Wear sandals or waterproof shoes
near swimming pools, showers, and public changing rooms.
 Know the risk factors for the spread of the disease. If you live with
other people, you should not share dirty shoes, bedding, or towels.