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Athlete's foot, also called Tinea Pedis, is a parasitic fungal infection of the epidermis of the human foot. The term "athlete's foot" refers to the disease and not the organism that causes it. Several different fungi, called dermatophytes, can cause tinea pedis. Moreover, a fungi species that causes athlete's foot can also cause, for example, jock itch . It is typically caused by a mould that grows on the surface...


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I have athlete's foot and it makes my feet stink. How to get rid of...
I have been using athletes foot spray for about a week now and it is...

This sounds like a joke but it isn't. Urine gets rid of athletes foot fast!

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Does Joke itch and athlete foot itch has same meaning and symptoms and treatment?
Does Joke itch and athlete foot itch has same meaning and symptoms and treatment?I am...

first off see a doctor. second of all jock itch, ringworm and athletes foot are all caused by the same tinea fungus and yes the meds are the same...

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  • What is Athlete's foot?

    A foot fungus, usually created by over exertion and sweaty feet. always wear white cotton socks. lamisil spray and ointment helps tremendously. keeping the feet dry and clean is the key....

  • How do cure athletes foot

    Very simple and inexpensive. Mix 1/2 cup rubbing alcohol with 1 tablespoon of Boric Acid powder and 2 to 4 tablespoons of water. Shake vigorously to Mix well. The crystals may not all dissolve but...

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  • Athlete's Foot

    Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection called tinea that may come back after treatment. Learn about athlete’s foot causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and prevention.

  • Introduction to Home Remedies for Athlete's Foot

    There are a number of home remedies for athlete s foot that can relieve the pain and itching. Learn about home remedies for athlete s foot.

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