This image shows a typical case of pitted keratolysis on the bottom of a foot and toes. This image displays numerous, dark, fine depressions typical of pitted keratolysis. This image displays numerous pits that are often associated with increased sweating and foot moisture. This image displays numerous, fine pits caused a bacterial infection in pitted keratolysis. This image displays the subtle pits, or depressions, in the skin of the foot typical of pitted keratolysis. This image displays "pits" of pitted keratolysis that appear flat and not as deep pits.
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Picture of Pitted Keratolysis: This image shows a typical case of pitted keratolysis on the bottom of a foot and toes. Divider line
This image shows a typical case of pitted keratolysis on the bottom of a foot and toes.
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Pitted keratolysis is a skin condition affecting the soles of the feet and, less commonly, the palms of the hands. It is caused by a bacterial infection of the skin and may give off an unpleasant odor.
Last Modified: 29 Jan 2008

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