ATHLETE'S FOOT
What is athlete's foot?
Athlete's foot is an infection called tinea pedis caused when various types of fungus invade the skin. It usually occurs between the toes but can also occur on the bottom and sides of the feet and is highly contagious. It can spread to other parts of the body, can cause jock itch, and can affect your toenails.
What are the symptoms of athlete's foot?
Athlete's foot can present as any one or combination of these symptoms:
- - Itching
- - Burning
- - Scaling
- - Inflammation
- - Cracking
- - Discomfort
- - Can occur between the toes or on the bottom and sides of the feet
- - See what athlete's foot looks like
How did I get athlete's foot?
- - Athlete's foot is most commonly contracted by contacting an infected person or an object that has fungus on it
- - Walking barefoot in locker rooms, public pools, or shower areas may increase the risk of contracting athlete's foot
- - People are most susceptible to athlete's foot when their feet are sweating or lack proper ventilation
- - Shoes create the ideal environment for fungus growth, as they provide a warm, dark area
How can I help prevent athlete's foot?
- - Wash feet daily
- - Dry feet well, including between the toes
- - Avoid walking barefoot
- - Wear shoes in locker rooms or common shower areas
- - Use powder to reduce perspiration
- - Wear well-fitting, ventilated shoes
- - Alternate your shoes to allow for air drying
- - Wear socks that keep your feet dry
- - Change shoes and socks at least once daily
- - Do not share shoes or towels with others
How do I treat athlete's foot?
- - Treat athlete's foot with prescription strength Lotrimin Ultra® or Lotrimin AF®
- - Choose the best treatment options from our full line of Lotrimin® products:
- - Lotrimin Ultra® Cream — Available without a prescription
- - Lotrimin AF® Cream
- - Lotrimin AF® Spray
- - Lotrimin AF® Powder
- - Treatment directions vary by product. Follow directions on the package.