Which term refers to fungal infections of the feet?

• A. Hangnail/agnail
• B. Tinea Pedis
• C. Nail psoriasis
• D. Onycholysis

Answer: (B)

Fungal infections of the feet are called tinea pedis. “Tinea” refers to fungal infections in general, and “pedis” specifies the feet, so this term identifies the foot-specific condition (often known as athlete’s foot). It typically presents with itching, redness, scaling, and sometimes cracks between the toes, especially in warm, damp environments. The other terms describe different nail or skin issues that are not fungal infections of the feet: a hangnail/agnail involves skin around the nail, nail psoriasis affects the nails due to psoriasis, and onycholysis is the separation of the nail plate from the nail bed—caused by trauma or other factors, not specifically a fungal infection.