A systematic review identified a prevalence range of tinea pedis in children from 0.03% to 15.6%, with notable demographic and geographic variations. Dermatophytes, particularly Trichophyton rubrum, ...

Two cases of a common fungal infection known as tinea, or ringworm, failed to respond to standard treatment due to a recently emerged fungus in the United States, according to a recent Centers for ...

Our young athlete had tinea pedis, also known as “athlete’s foot” or “foot ringworm.” Tinea pedis affects the toes and feet and is the most common fungus infection. Dermatophyte infections, such as ...

Athlete's foot is a fungal infection that causes itchy, flaky skin between toes and on foot soles. You may also experience foul-smelling feet and changes in skin color depending on what type you have.

The results of a just completed multicentre case-control study show that toenail onychomycosis (fungal nail infection) and tinea pedis (athlete's foot) are significant risk factors for developing ...

Dermatophytosis, or tinea, is a fungal infection involving superficial portions of the skin, hair and nails. The infection is usually caused by one of three genera: Epidermophyton, Microsporum or ...

Foot fungus, also known as athlete’s foot, is a common condition that affects many people worldwide. This fungal infection primarily targets the skin on the feet, but if left untreated, it can spread ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . More than 30 cases of TMVII were recently reported in Minnesota. The infection can mimic eczema, psoriasis and ...

Your feet are microbial hotspots. The area between your toes is packed with sweat glands, and when we wrap our feet in socks and shoes, we trap that moisture in a warm, humid cocoon that's ideal for ...

Now that summer is here your risk of developing a fungal infection on your skin has increased. Florida's increased humidity and heat in the summer makes you more susceptible because you sweat more.