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Athletes foot grows in in moist, damp places. But what is this common skin infection? And what other conditions might mimic athlete's foot?...

Q: Can athlete's foot cause lumps between the toes?

asked by: DoctorQuestion on June 3rd, 2006

I have suffered from athletes foot for some time. Recently a lump has been growing between my toes. It is not pinful at all, but is slowly getting bigger. Also between the next two toes a patch of skin has turned a bright bluish colour. Again this does not hurt. What could this be?

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on June 5th, 2006

General Q&A Answer A1017

Athlete's foot is a fungal infection between the toes of the foot. Chronic infection and inflammation can cause a skin proliferation like tumor (pseudo-tumor). I recommend you visit a dermatologist to examine and diagnose your symptoms.

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