Athlete's Foot Causes, Remedies & More
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9. When to See a Doctor
Certain conditions, such as eczema and psoriasis can also look like cases of athlete's foot. They also share similar irritation and itching symptoms. So a foot rash that doesn't improve after two weeks of treatment may be worth a doctor's visit.
In certain people, the bleeding skin poses a risk of bacterial infection. The most serious of these is cellulitis. People with diabetes or compromised immune systems should take athlete's foot seriously and inform their healthcare provider.
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