Athlete’s Foot or Dry Skin? How to Tell the Difference

Summer heat, sweaty shoes, pool decks, and locker rooms can leave the skin on your feet rough and flaky. But is it dry skin or athlete’s foot? The two can look surprisingly similar, and using the wrong treatment may allow the problem to continue. PodiatryCare, PC, and the Heel Pain Center explain how to tell the difference.

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Preventing Athlete’s Foot

So, how can you enjoy your leisure time while steering clear of athlete’s foot? Practice some of these daily habits to kick athlete’s foot to the curb and maintain healthy, fungus-free feet!

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