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Foot Odor

Overview

Foot odor can happen when you wear shoes that don't "breathe." Most often, when you take off your shoes, wash your feet, and put on clean, dry socks, the odor goes away. Sometimes, though, the problem continues.

Persistent foot odor may be a sign of:

Current as of: December 4, 2024

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

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