Foot Odor

Foot odor requires no definition, but it may require explanation. We at NOPA are happy to oblige. The feet and hands contain more sweat glands than any other part of the body, with roughly 3000 glands per square inch. That adds up to around 250,000 sweat glands in the feet alone!

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Causes of Foot Odor

Alcohol or drug use
Athlete's foot
Hormonal changes
Hyperhidrosis (unusually sweaty feet)
Inadequate hygiene
Medications
Stress
Sweating--it's not the sweat that smells, but the sweat's interaction with the bacteria that thrive in shoes and socks

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Symptoms of Foot Odor

Well...foot odor!

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Treatments for Foot Odor

Prescription medications
Using clinical strength antiperspirants

Prevention of Foot Odor

Changing your socks and shoes at least once a day
Checking for fungal infections on your feet or toenails
Practicing good foot hygiene to keep bacteria levels at a minimum
Using a nanosilver spray in your shoes to kill odor causing microbial agents
Wearing different shoes on consecutive days to allow the shoes to air out--typically 24 hours is required
Wearing socks with shoes
Wearing shoes made of leather, canvas, mesh, or other materials (no plastics) that allow your feet to breath

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