Table 2 Predisposing Risk Factors for Tinea Pedis
From: Dermatology for the practicing allergist: Tinea pedis and its complications
A. Host Factors |
1. Immunosuppression |
a.) Chemotherapy |
b.) Immunosuppressive Drugs |
c.) Steroids |
d.) Organ Transplant |
e.) Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) |
2. Poorly controlled diabetes mellitus |
3. Obesity |
4. Age |
B. Local Factors |
1. Trauma |
2. Occlusive Clothing |
3. Public Showering |
4. Moist Conditions |