Each of these conditions is an infection of the outer layer of skin caused by fungus.

Athlete's foot can occur between the toes or on the bottom or sides of foot. The symptoms of athlete's foot may include redness, painful cracking of the skin, an annoying itching and/or a burning sensation. You may also see blisters.

Jock itch occurs in the genital area and can also spread to the top of your legs. The symptoms of jock itch may include scaly, reddish, ring-shaped patches, which tend to form complete rings with raised borders.

Ringworm occurs in ring-shaped patches on the skin of your face, body, arms and/or legs.

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