Athlete's Foot: Diagnosis & Tests (Tinea Pedis, Dermatophytosis)

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Athlete's Foot

Alternate Names : Tinea Pedis, Dermatophytosis

Athlete's Foot | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the disease diagnosed?

Most people know when they have athlete's foot by its common symptoms. A definite diagnosis can be obtained by sending skin scrapings to a laboratory to be analyzed.

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Author: Bill O'Halloran, DPM
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 07/27/01

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