Athlete foot can be treated by using anti fungal medication which functions to

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Joselyn Herring

11 March, 23:29

Athlete foot can be treated by using anti fungal medication which functions to

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Dominic Duran · Answer 1

Athlete foot can be treated by using anti fungal medication which functions to suppress the immune response, produce antibodies, treat symptoms, and destroy the pathogen

Cristal Chase · Answer 2

Athlete foot can be treated by using anti fungal medication which functions to destroy the pathogen.

Explanation:

Athlete's foot is an infection of the feet caused by fungus. It is the most common fungal disease among all those that affect the skin.

Athlete's foot is caused by different fungi of the genus Tricophyton, the same type that causes ringworm. Wet socks and shoes favor the growth of these organisms on the feet. It is contagious and can be transmitted by contact with an infected person or by contact with contaminated surfaces, such as towels, floors and shoes. However, individuals do not easily acquire the infection by coming into contact with the fungus, there are immunological and barrier factors that prevent penetration of the fungus.

Athlete's foot can be treated using antifungal drugs that work to destroy the pathogen. If athlete's foot does not respond to this type of treatment, you may need a stronger medication, which only the doctor can prescribe. Serious infections may require oral antifungal tablets.