MEDICINE
INFECTIOUS DISEASES
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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virus
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protozoa
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fungus
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bacteria
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parasite
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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: -The antifungal terbinafine (Lamisil AT) has been shown to be very effective. Another option is clotrimazole (Lotrimin AF). You may need to experiment to find the product and formulation-ointment, gel, cream, lotion, powder or spray-that work for you.
Detailed explanation-3: -Over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription antifungal creams, ointments, gels, sprays or powders effectively treat athlete’s foot. These products contain clotrimazole, miconazole, tolnaftate or terbinafine. Some prescription antifungal medications for athlete’s foot are pills.
Detailed explanation-4: -Athlete’s foot is an infection of the feet caused by fungus. The medical term is tinea pedis or ringworm of the foot.