A few symptoms of athlete’s foot
June 25, 2009
Several studies have shown that if people are unable to keep their feet dry, they may well start developing athlete’s foot. Also, as people cannot avoid going to places like shower areas, locker rooms and swimming pools, the fungi continue to grow and thrive. Apart from these areas, such fungus can be found on clothing and floors as well as in warm, humid, dark areas.
This infection generally spreads when people come into direct contact with infected and contaminated surfaces or objects. The affected area can also become more susceptible to bacteria and it may lead to several other skin infections. If you are a person who goes to swimming pools and other similar areas or if you experience sweaty feet, it is right to know the symptoms of athlete’s foot before the situation gets worse.
Some signs and symptoms of athlete’s foot include:
- Visible bumps on your feet
- Peeling, cracked or blistered areas, found on the webs between the toes
- Heavy scaling and visible redness on the soles
- Cheesy look of the skin between the toes
- Heavy sweating and unpleasant odour
- A rash that spreads from the inner side of the foot to the outer side and vice versa
- Fleshy or raw skin due to scratching