What is Athlete’s Foot? Athlete’s foot is a common fungal
infection of the skin of your feet, usually occurring between
the toes. It breeds in the outer layers of the skin and inhabits
the feet because footwear creates a warm, moist ‘home’ that
promotes fungal growth. The term ‘athlete’s foot’ was derived
because this fungal infection was hugely popular amongst
athletes who made use of public facilities. What Causes
Athlete’s Foot? The fungus responsible for this condition is
known as tinea pedis and it may be contracted from public
environments such as showers, locker rooms, around swimming
pools or spas and may also live in warm puddles of water on the
tile floor. Diagnosing Athlete’s Foot This condition causes a
great deal of discomfort and the skin may often be red, swollen
and contain a sticky fluid. Itching is an extremely common
symptom, particularly in the creases between the toes. A scaly,
dry rash on the bottom and sides of the feet may also be
experienced and this type of athlete’s foot is often re