CLINICAL MEDICINE

Detailed explanation-1: -Athlete’s foot is caused by the same type of fungi (dermatophytes) that cause ringworm and jock itch. Damp socks and shoes and warm, humid conditions favor the organisms’ growth.

Detailed explanation-2: -Athlete’s foot, or tinea pedis, is an infection of the skin and feet that can be caused by a variety of different fungi. Although tinea pedis can affect any portion of the foot, the infection most often affects the space between the toes.

Detailed explanation-3: -Athlete’s foot is most commonly caused by the molds known as Trichophyton rubrum and T. mentagrophytes, but may also be caused by Epidermophyton floccosum. Most cases of athlete’s foot in the general population are caused by T. rubrum; however, the majority of athlete’s foot cases in athletes are caused by T.

Detailed explanation-4: -Jock itch, athlete’s foot, and ringworm are all types of fungal skin infections known collectively as tinea. They’re caused by fungi called dermatophytes that live on skin, hair, and nails and thrive in warm, moist areas.

Detailed explanation-5: -Rarely, athlete’s foot can be caused by non-dermatophytes, like yeast (candida). Athlete’s foot is mildly contagious. It can be spread through direct contact with the infection and by skin particles left on towels, shoes, or floors. Walking barefoot may increase your chance of contracting athlete’s foot.