Athlete's foot

interdigital, moccasin, vesicular, ulcerative infections.

athlete's foot can be categorized into four types:

Dermatophyte

athlete's foot is an infection caused by a type of fungus known as a _________________________.

Trichophyton, Microsporum, Epidermophyton T. rubrum

dermatophytes are classified into 3 generes:

may be dry or macerated (soft from being wet)

describe the interdigital toe webs:

the area involved is limited to the soles and lateral portions of the feet. the leading edge of infection is erythema, dry, hypokeratosis (thickening of the epidermis)

describe the moccasin type of infection.

they have characteristics similar to macerated infections and are usually secondarily infected with bacteria.

describe the ulcerative type of infection.

this rash contains vesicles (small fluid-filled blisters) the presence of pus is a sign indicating secondary bacterial infection.

describe the vesicular infection.

also known as tinea pedis, fungal infection of the feet, a form of ringworm.

What is Athlete's foot?

top layer of dead keratin

a dermatophyte is able to only infect the _____________________________________

scaly, erythematous, and fissured.

explain the dry type of interdigital infection

the skin within the toe web is white, moist, peeling, and sometimes fissured.

explain the macerated type of interdigital infection

males, because males are more likely to be wearing tight damp socks with tight closed shoes, be in a communal shower without flip flops

is this infection found more in males or females? Why?

hyperhydrosis and disorders of the immune system.

what are some medical conditions that could lead to athlete's foot?

moist communal environments. (infected locker rooms and showers)

what are the risk factors of athlete's foot?

fungal infections are frequently asymptomatic, however some rashes are pruritic, if bacteria is present, can become painful.

what are the symptoms of athlete's foot?

topical antifungal and oral prescription medications.

what is the treatment for athlete's foot?

plantar (sole) surface of the foot and web spaces between the toes.

where is athlete's foot located?

the two outermost toes

where is the most common in interdigital infection located in the foot?