Athlete’s Feet are a common fungal condition that occurs on feet which are exposed to moisture and darkness. This provides a perfect environment for fungus to grow and survive. This condition is very easy to treat and it is a very common foot condition.

Most patients will present to the office with complaints of redness, itching and scaling feet. They will also complain that the feet have a very peculiar odor- it stinks. Most patients are usually wearing closed toe shoes such as work boots, sneakers or dress shoes. Also, patients who wear socks or hosiery that is made of nylon type material. Sock and hosiery which are made from nylon do not absorb or wick sweat from the foot. This will provide a moist environment that allows fungus to grow and proliferate.

This fungal infection can present with redness, dryness and scaling in a moccasin-type distribution on the foot. (more…)