Athlete's Foot

What happens if you leave an athlete's foot untreated?

If left untreated, it can spread to a nail and cause a fungal nail infection. The infection can spread to other areas of skin, such as the hands, but that rarely happens.

How to cure athlete's foot?

Antifungal medicine

How is athlete's foot caused?

Athlete's foot occurs when the tinea fungus grows on the feet. You can catch the fungus through direct contact with an infected person, or by touching surfaces contaminated with the fungus.

Does athlete's foot smell?

Fungal infections, such as athlete's foot, can also lead to bad foot odour.

Can athlete's foot kill you?

It won't kill you, but it will annoy the heck out of you. More than that, however, is its potential to become something serious.

How to prevent athlete's foot?

To control the spread of infection, keep bathroom surfaces clean and don't share towels The best way to prevent athlete's foot is by wearing sandals or shower shoes when walking around a locker room or pool. ... Give your feet a chance to breathe.

Can athlete's foot go away on its own?

Without treatment, athlete's foot will make your feet even itchier and more miserable. It can also turn into a more serious infection if you don't take care of it.

Can you catch athlete's foot from someone else?

Yes

How many people with athlete's foot?

only about 0.75 percent of people who regularly walk about barefoot are affected.

What are the symptoms?

scaly rash that usually causes itching, stinging, and burning. People with athlete's foot can have moist, raw skin between their toes.