Foot Odor and Sweaty Feet In The Summer

Those that deal with persistent foot odor and sweat can attest to how difficult a this issue can be. From experiencing embarrassment to general discomfort, these issues can quickly become a focal point in your life. However, at Great Neck Family Foot Care, our team can help with this. Dr. Hochstein, our expert podiatrist, will explain what causes these problems to begin with, and offer intervention methods to eliminate them once and for all.  

Common Causes

Foot odor and sweaty feet often come hand in hand. As the foot begins to sweat and become damp, it becomes susceptible to the growth of bacteria that causes the bad odor. This medical condition is known as bromodosis and is quite common. Some of the common causes that lead to increased sweat production in the feet include:

• Overactive sweat glands.
• Spending the majority of the day on your feet.
• Stress.
• Wearing socks and shoes that aren’t breathable.

Cleaning Your Feet

One of the best ways to avoid foot odor and other complications sweaty feet can cause is to keep up with proper foot hygiene. Doing this is a task that can be easily accomplished, and it allows you to play an active role in correcting this issue. Examples of the proper foot hygiene that can help with your condition include:

• Using mild soap to wash your feet at least once a day.
• Clip and clean your nails regularly.
• Use a foot file or pumice stone to remove dead skin from your feet.

Don’t Let Your Feet Stay Damp

Another great way to help avoid foot odor is to not let your feet stay damp for too long. If you’re someone with sweaty feet, there are steps you need to take to avoid letting this happen. These steps include the following:

• Change your socks at least once a day.  
• Have multiple pairs of shoes so you can avoid wearing damp ones.
• Wear socks and shoes made out of breathable material.

Additional Intervention Methods

At Great Neck Family Foot Care, we know how devastating foot odor and sweaty feet can be. That is why our team is committed to helping patients in any way we can. Additional ways to manage this include:

• Insert medicated deodorant soles into your shoes.
• Using prescription-strength antifungal cream or spray.
• Create a foot soak out of Listerine and vinegar.

Schedule An Appointment

Don’t live your life with foot odor and sweaty feet any longer than you have to. Contact our team today to schedule an appointment so you can finally find relief.