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GlossaryTinea Pedis (Ringworm of the Foot)

fungal infection affecting feet, commonly called Athlete's Foot

Tinea Pedis, commonly known as Athlete's Foot, is a fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet. It is caused by dermatophytes, a group of fungi that thrive in warm, moist environments, and can lead to symptoms such as itching, redness, and cracked skin, particularly between the toes.

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research Comprehensive Review of Tinea Capitis in Adults: Epidemiology, Risk Factors, Clinical Presentations, and Management

May 2024 in “Journal of Fungi”

Tinea capitis in adults, especially postmenopausal Black women, needs prompt treatment with oral antifungals to avoid scarring.

research Cytochrome P450: A Target for Drug Development for Skin Diseases

115 citations, August 2004 in “The journal of investigative dermatology/Journal of investigative dermatology”

Modulating Cytochrome P450 activity could help develop new skin disease treatments.

research Atlas of Geriatric Dermatology

2 citations, January 2014 in “Springer eBooks”

The book details skin conditions in older adults, their link to mental health, cancer treatment importance, hair loss remedies, and managing autoimmune and itchy skin.

research Superficial Fungal Infections

54 citations, October 2019 in “Australian Journal of General Practice”

Accurate diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing superficial fungal infections, with terbinafine being the best oral treatment for nail infections.

research Ethnodermatological Use of Medicinal Plants in India: From Ayurvedic Formulations to Clinical Perspectives – A Review

57 citations, October 2021 in “Journal of ethnopharmacology”

Indian herbal medicine shows promise for treating skin diseases but needs more research to prove effectiveness.

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