Skin Conditions

Foot Skin Conditions We Treat

Skin problems on the feet are common and often treatable. Below are the skin conditions addressed at Mt. Hood Podiatry. If you are unsure what you are experiencing, call the office and a podiatrist can evaluate your feet.

Skin problems on the feet are common and often treatable, and addressing them early can help you stay comfortable and active. Conditions such as allergic contact dermatitis, athlete's foot, calluses, corns, and dry or cracked skin are among the concerns a podiatrist evaluates regularly. Because the skin of the foot is exposed to constant friction, moisture, and pressure, small irritation can worsen quickly without proper care. If you are unsure what you are experiencing, a visit allows the affected area to be examined so that an appropriate treatment plan can be suggested.

Allergic contact dermatitis occurs when the skin reacts to contact with a substance, such as a material in footwear, a topical product, or adhesive. The reaction may appear as redness, itching, or a rash confined to the area of contact. Identifying and avoiding the trigger is an important part of managing this condition, and a podiatrist can help determine whether the pattern of symptoms fits a contact reaction or something else entirely. Evaluation and treatment are available in the office for patients throughout Hood River and the surrounding Columbia Gorge communities.

Athlete's foot is a contagious fungal infection of the skin, and it frequently occurs alongside fungal nail problems that the practice also treats. Warm, damp environments and shared spaces make the infection easier to spread, which is why good hygiene, dry feet, and breathable footwear matter. Symptoms such as peeling, scaling, or itching between the toes deserve attention, particularly for patients managing diabetes or circulation concerns. Skin and fungal nail concerns are among the many foot health issues addressed at Mt. Hood Podiatry, where the goal is healthy, comfortable skin.

Calluses and corns form as thickened areas of skin in response to repeated friction and pressure, often on the heels, balls of the feet, or toes. Left untreated, these areas can become painful and may contribute to problems with walking, shoe fit, or posture. Skin that is dry, cracked, or excessively dry (xerosis) may also benefit from professional care rather than home remedies alone. Regular visits allow a podiatrist to assess your skin, offer treatment options, and help you maintain healthy feet over the long term.