Athlete's Foot: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Symptoms of athlete's foot may include:

- Itching, stinging, or burning sensation between the toes

- Scaling, peeling, or cracking skin on the soles or sides of the feet

- Redness or inflammation of the affected area

- Blisters or sores that may ooze or crust over

- A foul odor from the affected area

- Pain when walking or standing

- Difficulty putting on or wearing shoes

In severe cases, athlete's foot can also cause:

- Swollen lymph nodes in the groin area

- Fever

- Chills