Understanding and Treating Athlete’s Foot
Athlete's foot, a fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet, can cause discomfort and is commonly contracted in warm, moist environments like public places or through exposure. Symptoms include scaling, dryness, blistering, redness, burning, or stinging, and can be treated with over-the-counter topical creams containing clotrimazole, tolnaftate, terbinafine hydrochloride, or butenafine hydrochloride. People prone to athlete's foot include athletes, those with weakened immune systems, and individuals who sweat excessively. Preventative measures include avoiding walking barefoot in public places and changing socks and shoes regularly.