2006-11-9 2006-7-27 Athlete?s foot is a fungal infection that causes red, dry, flaking skin, sometimes accompanied by pain or itching. The condition usually occurs between the toes or on the soles or sides of the feet. In its acute stage, the infected foot exhibits blisters that itch or ?weep.? Athlete?s Foot can spread to the toenails, causing chronic fungal infections. Often when a patient thinks the feet are only dry and cracking, Athlete?s Foot is responsible for the problem. 157256 text/html 1.0 EN Athlete's Foot Treatment and Prevention Athlete?s Foot are often contracted in showers gyms dressing rooms swimming pool lockers or other warm damp areas where fungus can thrive unless the feet are carefully washed and thoroughly dried after exposure Vigilant foot hygiene can prevent Athlete?s Foot Daily washing of the feet with soap and water followed by thorough drying Wearing dry airy shoes and socks Athlete's Foot Treatment and Prevention text