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Known risk factors for athlete's foot
Healthy skin, through its multilayer structure and healthy microbiological colonization of the dermal flora, is a protective barrier against pathogenic fungal infections.
Not all contact with dermatophytes necessarily causes athlete's foot.
Only when the skin's natural defense mechanisms are weakened does unwanted fungi and bacteria have a free path, can they spread further and cause infections.
Among the risk factors that negatively affect the protective function of the skin and can favor the spread of harmful germs are basic diseases such as:
Mellitus diabetes.
Circulatory disorders
Peripheral neuropathy.
Foot deformities.
Organ operations or transplants.
Depressed immune system.
Excessive sweating of the feet.
RIVERA FOOT & ANKLE: At Orlando H.Rivera DPM, our priority is to deliver quality care to informed patients in a comfortable and convenient setting. When you have problems with your feet, you need to turn to a podiatrist who listens and responds… an experienced doctor who knows the field and can effectively diagnose and treat your needs… a friendly physician who counsels you on the best ways to maintain and improve your health. Our physician(s) meet all these criteria. Plus, you benefit from a dedicated team of trained professionals who give you the individualized attention you deserve.
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