Bloomington Office

3209 W. Reddy Way, Suite C
Bloomington, IN, 47403
(812) -825-6006
FAX: 812-825-6007

Linton Office

1206 N. 1000 West Suite B
Linton, IN 47441
(812) -847-3381
FAX: 812-847-3495

Foot Odor And Smelly Feet

The feet and hands contain more sweat glands than any other part of the body (about 3,000 glands per square inch). Feet smell for two reasons: you wear shoes and your feet sweat. The interaction between your perspiration and the bacteria that thrive in your shoes and socks generates the odor. Any attempt to reduce foot odor has to address both your sweating and your footwear.

Smelly feet can also be caused by an inherited condition called hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, which primarily affects males. Stress, some medications, fluid intake and hormonal changes also can increase the amount of perspiration your body produces.


 

  • Prevention
    Category: Foot Care, Foot Odor and Smelly Feet

    Smelly feet generally can be controlled with a few preventive measures: Always wear socks with closed shoes. Avoid wearing nylon socks or plastic shoes. Instead, wear shoes made of leather, canvas, mesh or other materials that let your feet breathe. Bathe your feet daily in lukewarm water, using a

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  • Treating Foot Odor
    Category: Foot Care, Foot Odor and Smelly Feet

    Persistent foot odor can indicate a low-grade infection or a severe case of hereditary sweating. In these cases, our practice may prescribe a special ointment. You apply it to the feet at bedtime and then wrap your feet with an impermeable covering such as kitchen plastic wrap. Soaking your feet in

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Podiatrist - Bloomington, Monroe Provider Network, 3209 W Fullerton, Suite C, Bloomington, IN 47403 New Phone Number: (812) -825-6006