MD Podiatrist Discusses Bromodosis

Sufferers of foot odor face a daily struggle with the embarrassment of smelly feet, particularly when it comes to removing their shoes in public places like someone’s home or a shoe store. Dan Michaels, DPM said, “There are a few different reasons you could be experiencing smelly feet. Most cases are caused by a build-up of bacteria or fungal infections. There’s a chance it may be your shoes that are the cause, so have a sniff to see where the source of the smell is coming from to help get to the cause.”

Dr. Michaels said, “Wash your feet every day with warm soapy water and dry your feet thoroughly including in between your toes. Using a sponge or puff to clean your feet can also help exfoliate away the dead skin that your body is trying to shed.” Alternating different pairs of shoes is crucial as is using socks made of natural fibers to keep your feet from becoming sweaty. “Allowing your shoes 24-48 hours to dry out before you wear them again will help reduce the bacterial build-up.”