This article is aimed at providing a succinct overview of the condition tinea pedis , commonly referred to as athlete’s foot. Tinea pedis is a very common fungal infection that affects a significantly large number of people globally. The presentation of tinea pedis can?vary based on the different clinical forms of the condition. The symptoms of tinea pedi s may range from asymptomatic, to mild-to-severe forms of pain, itchiness, difficulty walking and other debilitating symptoms. There is a range of precautionary measures?available to prevent infection, and both oral and topical drugs can be used for treating tinea pedis . This article briefly highlights?what athlete’s foot is, the different causes and how they present, the prevalence of the condition, the variety of diagnostic methods?available, and the pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of the condition.
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