Understanding Athlete's Foot -- Symptoms
What Are the Symptoms of Athlete's Foot?
That itchy, red rash between your toes -- that's a sign of athlete's foot. If untreated, it develops into cracked, blistered skin that may become infected with bacteria. The rash can also spread to the toenails, soles, and sides of the feet.
Typical symptoms of athlete's foot also include:
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- Dry, flaking skin on the soles of the feet
- Unpleasant foot odor.
- Small itchy bubbles or blisters on the soles of the feet.
You should treat athlete's foot at the first sign of itchiness or redness between your toes. Otherwise, getting rid of it will be difficult.
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