Ringworm-Athlete's+Feet

=Ringworm-Athlete's Feet-Jock Itch=

**__What is it?__** **__Ringworm__**-is an infection caused by a fungus. It can appear on the skin, groin or hands.

**__Athlete's foot__**-is a rash on the skin. It appears on the feet.

**__Jock itch__**-is a form of ringworm that causes an itchy rash on the groin area. (is a form of ringworm)

**__What causes it?__** Ringworm is caused from an infection of skin fungi.

Athlete's foot is caused by one of two types of fungus and you can get it when you come in contact with the fungus. It is very contagious and easily spread.

Jock itchis caused by moisture, warmth and skin friction in the groin folds. Tight clothing can contribute to it since they tend to trap in sweat.

﻿﻿__Treatment__ __**﻿Athlete's foot**__- depends on the severity of the infection. -nonprescription anti-fungals are used first. -prescribe oral anti-fungal medicine if it continues to get worse or spread.

**__Jock itch__**-there are two types of treatment for both types of jock itch. __fungal__: -wash groin daily with anti-fungal shampoo. -use topic anti-fungal cream. __bacterial__: -use anti-bacterial skin washes. -twice daily application of toical antibiotic.

**__Ringworm__** -anti-fungal medications -topical

﻿__Symptoms__ -itchy blisters -cracking and peeling skin -excessive dryness -toenails discolored/pulling away from the nail
 * Athlete's Foot **
 * - ** itching,stinging,or burning of the feet or toes

-itching in the groin -dry, rough, bumpy skin that oozes -severe cases can develop ulcers or sores
 * Jock Itch **

-swelling -bald spots
 * Ringworm **
 * - ** itching

__Common and Severe Pictures__ __﻿__ -Common Ringworm

-Severe Ringworm



-Common Athlete's Foot

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-Severe Athlete's Foot