Have you ever taken your shoes off and been accosted by an offensive and pungent odour? Has that smell lingered in the hall closet long after you’ve removed your shoes? Smelly feet can cause embarrassment and social awkwardness. There are several reasons feet and shoes may become smelly.
Smelly shoes can be embarrassing and frustrating. Even after washing your feet or changing your socks, the odour can come back quickly! In many cases, the smell is caused by sweat, bacteria, and moisture building up inside your shoes.
Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection of the skin and is also known as tinea pedis. Fungus likes to live where it is warm, dark and moist and as a result, people with sweaty feet are more susceptible to developing this type of infection. Athlete’s foot can be uncomfortable, smell bad and may even lead to other types of infections which could interfere with treatment and recovery. Fungal infections are contagious and can be spread from person-to-person. Additionally, if your immune system is compromised, you may also be more at risk.
