Athlete's Foot Fungus Treatment, Symptoms, Prevention and Causes

Athlete's Foot Fungus Treatment, Symptoms, Prevention and Causes

What is athlete's foot fungus (tinea pedis)

This is a common skin infection that usually occurs between the toes or on the soles of the feet. It is caused by a skin fungus, also known as a dermatophyte, which is a microscopic parasite that thrives on the skin and feeds on dead organic material.

This contagious condition is also known as tinea pedis or ringworm athlete's foot.