Tinea is a common fungal skin infection that can spread and worsen without treatment.
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Tinea, also known as athlete’s foot, is a fungal skin infection that commonly affects the toes, soles, and sides of the feet. It often causes itching, redness, peeling skin, and irritation, and can become persistent if the environment remains warm and moist.
At The Foot Clinics, we provide expert tinea treatment across Albury, Wodonga and Wagga Wagga, helping patients clear infection, reduce irritation, and prevent recurrence.
Tinea is a fungal infection of the skin that thrives in warm, damp conditions. It often starts between the toes but can spread across other areas of the foot if untreated.
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Common causes include sweaty feet, shared public surfaces, enclosed footwear, and skin-to-skin or surface contact with fungal organisms. Once present, the infection can persist if moisture and warmth remain.
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Tinea often appears as red, flaky, peeling, or itchy skin, especially between the toes or on the soles of the feet. Some people also notice cracking, irritation, or a burning sensation.
Yes, it can spread through direct contact or from shared surfaces such as bathrooms, change rooms, pools, and footwear. Good hygiene is important to prevent spreading it.
Treatment may include topical antifungal care, routine podiatry treatment, and advice on keeping the feet dry and reducing the conditions that allow the fungus to thrive.
Yes, recurrence is common if footwear, socks, and skin hygiene are not managed properly. Ongoing prevention is often just as important as treatment itself.
If the infection is persistent, spreading, uncomfortable, or not improving with over-the-counter care, professional assessment is recommended.
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We have clinics conveniently located in Albury, Wodonga and Wagga Wagga, with additional outreach services in Henty, Holbrook, Cootamundra and Myrtleford. This allows us to provide high-quality podiatry care across the region, making it easier to access expert treatment close to home.
