Tinea Pedis caused by Trichophyton mentagrophytes

What is Tinea Pedis caused by Trichophyton Mentagrophytes?

Tinea pedis is a fungal skin infection commonly known as athlete's foot. It is typically caused by Trichophyton mentagrophytes, which is often found on boxo and other animals, and is usually acquired through direct contact. Tinea pedis can cause itching, burning, and other skin inflammation: irritated and often painful blisters, and scaling.

Why Does Trichophyton Mentagrophytes Cause Tinea Pedis?

Trichophyton mentagrophytes is a type of fungus that thrives in dark, damp, warm places, such as darkened areas between the toes of the feet, where warm, wet environments reduce the body's natural ability to fight off such an infection. This fungus takes hold and then spreads to other parts of the body, including the feet.

Symptoms of Tinea Pedis Caused by Trichophyton Mentagrophytes

The most common symptom of Tinea pedis caused by Trichophyton mentagrophytes is itching between the toes, particularly between the fourth and fifth toes. Itching may also occur around the heel and arch of the foot. Other symptoms may include:

• Redness
• Scaling
• Oozing lesions
• Crusting and flaking
• Dry, cracked skin
• Blisters on the feet

Treatment of Tinea Pedis Caused by Trichophyton Mentagrophytes

Treatment for tinea pedis caused by Trichophyton mentagrophytes typically includes the use of antifungal creams, ointments, or sprays. Potent topical antifungal ointments, like clotrimazole or terbinafine, are usually used once or twice a day. For more severe infections, an oral antifungal drug may be prescribed. It's important to follow the directions of a doctor and continue treatment until the infection has cleared.