{"id":480,"date":"2023-02-12T18:14:03","date_gmt":"2023-02-12T18:14:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kiwidrug.com\/blog\/?p=480"},"modified":"2023-02-04T18:15:04","modified_gmt":"2023-02-04T18:15:04","slug":"the-symptoms-of-athletes-foot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kiwidrug.com\/blog\/2023\/02\/the-symptoms-of-athletes-foot\/","title":{"rendered":"The Symptoms of Athlete’s Foot"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 4<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

The name is a little misleading.\u00a0Athlete’s foot commonly affects athletes because it thrives in damp environments and closed-toe shoes, but anyone can catch this infection<\/a>. It’s also contagious so every person is at risk if they don’t take precautions.<\/p>\n

While the fungal infection can be itchy, annoying, and unsightly to look at, athlete’s foot is not dangerous. When it comes to treatments, there are several options to keep symptoms at bay.<\/p>\n

Maybe you suspect you have athlete’s foot but are unsure about the symptoms. Or you know you have it but you are at a loss for what to do about it. Either way, we can help!<\/p>\n

Keep reading to find out everything about athlete’s foot, its symptoms, and treatment options.<\/p>\n

What Is Athlete’s Foot?<\/h2>\n

Athlete’s foot, also called tinea pedis, is a fungal infection that typically develops between the toes, spreading to the surrounding foot tissue and toenails.<\/p>\n

It is common among athletes who spend a lot of time in tight-fitting shoes and damp locker rooms, as this is where the fungal infection thrives.<\/p>\n

Because it’s a contagious condition, people can catch athlete’s foot through direct contact with an infected person, through infected clothing or towels, or by touching any surfaces contaminated by the fungus.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of Athlete’s Foot<\/h2>\n

Like other similar fungal infections like jock itch and ringworm, athlete’s foot presents with a range of symptoms. There is more than one type<\/a> of athlete’s foot. The symptoms will vary depending on what kind you have.<\/p>\n

Among the possible symptoms are:<\/p>\n