Athlete's Foot

Also called tinea pedis, ringworm of the foot and dermatophytosis, athlete's foot is closely related to other fungal skin conditions. Tinea is a type of fungus, and "pedis" is the Latin word for "foot." Other common tinea infections include:

• Ringworm of the body (tinea corporis). This form causes red, scaly rings or circles of rashes on your skin.
• Jock itch (tinea cruris). This form affects your genitals, inner thighs and buttocks.
• Ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis). Most common in children and involves red, on the scalp that itch, leaving bald patches.