Condition Article

Athlete's Foot

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a contagious fungal infection that can affect any part of the foot, but usually begins between the toes. Learn more.

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Definition

Athlete's foot (tinea pedis) is a contagious fungal infection that can affect any part of the foot, but usually begins between the toes. Learn more.

Concept record

Canonical title: Athlete's Foot
Alphabetical key: A
Category: Infectious Disease
Content type: Condition Article
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations: Tinea pedis
Article status: Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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