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How I Manage Athlete's Foot.

Thomas J Hoffmann, Patrice Heinz Schelkun

    The Physician and Sportsmedicine
    |December 26, 2017
    PubMed
    Summary

    Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a common fungal infection causing intense itching. Topical antifungals are generally effective, with oral medications or keratolytics used in persistent cases.

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    Area of Science:

    • Dermatology
    • Mycology

    Background:

    • Athlete's foot, or tinea pedis, is a prevalent fungal infection.
    • It commonly impacts active individuals, presenting with intense itching as a primary symptom.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To differentiate athlete's foot from inflammatory conditions based on clinical presentation.
    • To outline effective treatment strategies for tinea pedis.

    Main Methods:

    • Clinical assessment of rash distribution, redness, scaling, and vesicle presence.
    • Review of treatment outcomes with topical antifungals, keratolytics, and oral antifungals.

    Main Results:

    • Distinguishing tinea pedis from inflammatory conditions can be challenging due to overlapping presentations.
    • Topical antifungal creams are generally effective with consistent, prolonged use.
    • Keratolytics or oral antifungals may be required for refractory cases.

    Conclusions:

    • Consistent application of antifungal creams is key for treating athlete's foot.
    • Patient education on medication adherence, footwear, and environmental factors is crucial for management.
    • Integrated management approaches are necessary for effective control of tinea pedis.

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