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Find Out If You Have Athlete’s Foot by Visiting Our Podiatry Office

If you think you may have athlete’s foot, you should visit our podiatry office. While athlete’s foot is one of the most common causes of itchy, flaky feet, it is not the only potential cause. Athlete’s foot can usually be treated by over-the-counter medications, as it is the most common type of fungal infection. Still, some cases are too severe and must be treated by a professional. In some instances, a person may think they have athlete’s foot when they actually have another skin condition. If this is the case, normal over-the-counter medications for athlete’s foot will not do the trick.

SYMPTOMS OF ATHLETE’S FOOT

The symptoms of athlete’s foot vary, but most commonly, people will experience:

OTHER CAUSES OF ITCHY, FLAKY FEET

While athlete’s foot is the most likely cause of these symptoms, other foot conditions could be the culprit. For example, dry feet often cause similar symptoms but usually not as severe.

#1. ECZEMA

Eczema is another cause of similar symptoms, but with eczema, most people experience more of the red, oozing blisters and more painful sensation. Eczema is usually also found on the arms and behind the knees as well.

#2. CONTACT DERMATITIS

Contact dermatitis can cause itchy feet, but typically, the symptoms of contact dermatitis include more swelling and draining lesions and less flaky skin. Contact dermatitis is caused by an allergic reaction to something the skin has come into direct contact with.

#3. PSORIASIS 

Psoriasis is a condition in which skin cells build up and form scaly and itchy red skin. It is usually triggered by stress or illness and is thought to be immune system related. It is often more painful and looks more rash-like.

#4. DYSHIDROSIS

Dyshidrosis is a condition similar in appearance to athlete’s foot, but it usually consists of tiny, fluid-filled blisters as well. Normally, this condition affects the palms and fingers, but less commonly, it can affect the feet. Deep itching, burning, peeling and crusting skin are also common symptoms.

A PODIATRY OFFICE CAN DIAGNOSE THIS AND OTHER FOOT PROBLEMS

If a patient is unsure of the cause of itchy, dry feet or over-the-counter athlete’s foot treatment has not helped the condition improve in one to four weeks, it is time to call our office. As a podiatry office, we can provide an examination and diagnosis, as well as treatment that works.

PREVENT ATHLETE'S FOOT FROM COMING BACK

If a patient has recently gotten rid of athlete’s foot, there are precautions they can take to make sure it does not come back:

Call our office

To learn more about preventing athlete’s foot, treating athlete’s foot or determining whether you actually have this condition, schedule an appointment with our podiatry office today.

Call (408) 827-9483 today to reach Leonard Greenwald, D.P.M..

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