Foot Odour

Topic Overview

Foot odour is common when you wear shoes that don't "breathe." Usually, if you take off your shoes, wash your feet, and put on clean socks, the odour goes away. Occasionally the problem continues despite your efforts to get rid of the odour. Persistent odour may mean a:

Bacterial infection has developed. Prescription medicine may be needed to clear up the problem.
Fungal infection has developed. Athlete's foot is a common infection that usually causes a slight odour.

Toe, Foot, and Ankle Problems, Non-Injury

Credits

Current as of:
July 1, 2021

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
William H. Blahd Jr. MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Gavin W.G. Chalmers DPM - Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery