Tinea Pedis (Athlete's Foot): Symptoms and Interventions

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Tinea pedis is commonly known as what condition?

Jock itch
Athlete's foot (correct)
Ringworm of the scalp
Nail fungus

Which age group is most commonly affected by tinea pedis?

Elderly
Adolescents (correct)
Infants
Toddlers

A common symptom of Tinea Pedis is:

Scaly rash (correct)
Yellowing of the skin
High fever
Hair loss

How often should antifungal cream typically be applied for tinea pedis?

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What should one avoid doing to prevent the spread of tinea pedis?

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Tinea Pedis

Fungal infection of the foot, commonly known as athlete's foot.

Tinea Pedis Symptoms

Scaly rash, vesicles, or pustules on the feet.

Tinea Pedis Treatment (Topical)

Antifungal cream applied twice daily.

Burrow's Solution for Tinea Pedis

Wet compress using Burrow's solution to dry moist lesions.

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Tinea Pedis Prevention

Cover lesions to prevent spread, avoid sharing items.

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Study Notes

Tinea Pedis also known as Athlete's Foot, is a fungal infection affecting the foot.
It manifests as a scaly rash, vesicles, or pustules, leading to itching.
Tinea Pedis is more prevalent among adolescents.

Interventions

Apply antifungal cream twice daily.
Use wet compresses with Burrow’s solution on moist lesions twice daily to dry them.
Cover lesions to prevent spread.
Avoid sharing personal items that may come into contact with the infected area.

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Tinea Pedis, or Athlete's Foot, is a fungal infection of the foot, common among adolescents. Symptoms include scaly rashes, vesicles, and itching. Interventions involve antifungal creams, Burrow’s solution compresses, covering lesions, and avoiding shared personal items.