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My feet smell!

 
I’m self-conscious about my feet. I can’t even take my shoes off in front of my friends because my feet smell so bad. Help!

Foot stank comes from sweat glands that secrete substances into the feet and make your feet damp, which causes odor. That fluid also causes yucky bacteria to grow.

Dermatologist Dr. Christopher Nanni of Chelsea Eye Associates in New York says the ultimate culprit to stinky feet are your shoes. “While feet might not smell if your shoes have been off awhile, the bacteria reactivates when it gets wet and hot,” say Dr. Nanni. He says to wash and dry your sneakers, change socks daily (or more if you’re prone to sweating), spray shoes with Lysol and sprinkle with foot powder.

If it’s extreme, use underarm antiperspirant spray. Yep, Secret on your feet. And go for canvas shoes that breathe. Hey, what a great excuse to go shoe shopping!

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MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD!!I think I have a body problem. I sweat under my arms all the time! Its not even when I am nervous or anything its just really random!! And my hands also sweat so that makes me nervous to hold hands with my friends or shake hands with others. Lastly, my feet always sweat which makes them smeel weird! What should I do? It is really embarassing! Is it serious enought to go to the doctor for? Cuz I asked my mom if she could schedule an appointment but she said, "You just have over active sweat glands, you have nothing to worry about!" But she doesnt know how embarassing it is to walk around trying to hide your pit stains!! What should I do? Is this really serious? And by the way, I've bought Dove Clinical Strength deoderant and also the Secret Clinical Strength Sport antipersperant. Plus many more!! No deoderant works! I mean, it might be a few hours after I put deoderant on and I feel sweat dripping down my arms. Please help! And sorry for the length!




Hey girl, two things: reapply and ask about this sweat prob during your next physical. Be sure to dress appropriately for the weather and if you need to, carry your deodorant with you so you have it on hand when things start to get a little hot.

xoxo 
Alyssa B.

by elkhorngirl97 on 7/19/2010 9:52:49 PM

 
 

Modmodmodmod mod :o I think i have an anxiety problem.. i bite my nails, my skin, pick my lips and eyelashes, bite the inside of my cheeks, im jumpy and moody. and i cry when i get nervous and i have a like mental breakdown. my parents won't take me to therapy, though. They just think im a whinebag when even my teachers think i have a problem. what do i do?

 

Hey! at your next check up talk to your doctor about it. if you really have a problem, your doctor will be able to explain it to your parents in a way they can understand. good luck!

Helen S.

by rednecgirl on 6/26/2010 2:20:25 PM

 
 

hey girlies!
I know the GL moderators do a great job of answering questions, but they are busy gals! if you have any questions about tough stuff, school work or anything else, come to my profile and I would be happy to see all your fun profiles and stories

by Olivia T. on 5/26/2010 9:39:59 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD
Please help me! I get these little red dots all over the front of my thighs. They kinda look like little pimples. I have no idea where they came from or how I got them I know its not a rash. Could you find out what they are and how to get rid of them. Thank you!




Hey girl! These dots could be a variety of things. It could simply be an irritation of sorts (like from shaving), and in this case, they will usually go away in a few days. If they are not itchy or sore, it might be petechiae, which are small red spots on the body. The most common cause of petechiae is through physical trauma (hard bout of crying or coughing). It can also occur when excessive pressure is applied to tissue. It should go away in a few days, but if you're extremely worried 'bout it, I would ask the doc.  



Kelli S.

by snowby2 on 4/17/2010 11:26:28 AM

 
 

Mod!!!!!!!!!!!! MOD!!!
My feet (my heels and behind my toes) are like an orange-ish color!!! Is there a reason?




Hey girl, my mom's are just like that. Don't worry it just has to do with either the shoes you wear or your skin color. You're fine =] 
Lauren R.

by rainbow_cow on 4/10/2010 3:49:18 PM

 
 

MOD !!!
my hands sweat allllll the time and it's embarssing. They'll either be really sweaty, or really cold. I hate it. And my armpits sweat a lot too. And they smell 5 minutes after I use deoterent. What's wrong? Do I have over-active sweat glands in my armpits AND hands??




Hey girl, it could just be nerves. Might need to try a different deodorant. I don't think your hands are armpits are over reactive, but I don't know all that much about the subject. I would ask your parents see what they think.
Lauren R.

by rainbow_cow on 4/10/2010 3:47:48 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD
Please help me! I get these little red dots all over my thighs I have no idea where they came from or how I got them I know its not a rash. Could you find out what they are and how to get rid of them. Thank you!




Hey girl,

It depends on where the dots are. If they are on the inner thigh, it could be chaffing which is just when your legs rub together and get irritated, so just try to put some creme or baby powder on your legs to soothe them. If they are on the outside, it could be a number of things. If they itch or hurt really bad, you may want to see a doctor. They will know how to help! 
Allee S.

by snowby2 on 3/25/2010 8:32:22 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD
I have asked my question a few times over the last week and I got no answer whats going on? How come no one ever answers my questions?




Hey girl! 

We have tons of questions coming in all the time, but we try our absolute best to answer every question! So keep trying, we want to hear from you!  
Allee S.

by snowby2 on 3/23/2010 8:33:05 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD MOD IS IT TRUE THAT DIET SODA CAN EFFECT UR GROWTH, IS THERE ANY KIND OF FOOD THAT MAKES U TALLER?

 

hey girl! caffeine does stunt your growth, but most diet drinks dont have caffeine. eating proper meals and drinking milk should help ya grow tall.

Hallie R.

by katzrock112 on 3/11/2010 4:50:11 PM

 
 

Mod Mod!
You suggested to say something else.. but what else could i say other than my hand was sweaty because thats rather embarassing?
xxx
Thanks Alee Smile

 

Hey girlie,

You could say your hands were dirty from art class or wet because the bathroom ran out of paper towels?

Melissa H.

by sophsoph555 on 3/9/2010 12:43:29 PM

 
 

mod mod mod
This is like really embarrassing to say but earlier i was sitting with my boyfriend in lesson and he went to hold my hand, but it was sweating so i moved my hand away before he could hold it. It was just before the end of the day and usually he would wait with me for my friends before he gets a lift home, but he just went and then i texted him saying you ok? you just seemed weird disappearing so suddenly.. but he didnt reply!
What can i do or say?
My hands always sweat tho unless we are outside :O
Any ideas?




Hey girl,

Sounds like there may have been a miscommunication. Maybe he is being weird because he thinks you didn't want him to hold your hand, so try explaining the situation. You don't have to say your hand was sweaty, but say something else just so he knows you like him. 
Allee S.

by sophsoph555 on 3/9/2010 12:00:37 PM

 
 

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by NaturallyWonderful on 3/8/2010 10:03:02 PM

 
 

MOD ! I can't get the image of blood out of my head because of what happened recently ( someone got injured and it was on my hand kinda disturbing image ). Any idea on how to imagine something pleasant ? Thanks alot. Btw I washed my hands immediatedly after, yet still I feel so wierd with my hands. Whats that about ?




Hey babe, try thinking about your favorite place in the world to be.  You could try thinking about the beach and swinging on a hammock, or remember a good memory: Like the first time you scored a goal in a soccer game or when you walked down the stairs Christmas morning...something like that! You could also get the disturbing image off your chest by telling a trusted adult or friend what's bothering you.  Movies or TV shows that are comedies could help distract you too!  
Megan R.

by hip_hop_hottie on 3/8/2010 8:20:09 PM

 
 

I so have this problem, I hate it. -_-"

What I do is try not to wear flats because they keep all your sweat together and in.

by alyssajonascullen<3 on 3/8/2010 7:39:18 PM

 
 

MOD *MOD*MOD* i have hair on my feet too and that makes me embarassed to not wear socks in the summer when i don't shave and i think people would think i'm wierd if i told them! is there a more permanate way to get rid of the hair?

 


Hey chicky, I'm a little busy right now, so I can't answer your question. You can always ask girlies on this site for help. They give really good advice, trust me. Try hitting me back later. Thanx for understanding. x0x0 Smile


Lynae P.

by twilightluvr316 on 3/7/2010 4:06:16 PM

 
 

hi modmodmodmod

 

Hey girl! =]

Lauren R.

by hihimeme99 on 3/6/2010 2:58:39 PM

 
 

MODMODMODMODMODMODMOD
k so my feet dont smell well at least not very bad but they are kinda hairy do u think i shuld like shave them or wat? plz help asap and also post the answer on a comment ill send latr

 

Hey girl! There's no problem with shaving!

Lauren R.

by hihimeme99 on 3/6/2010 2:58:27 PM

 
 

My feet smell gross. I think I'll use some ferbrez.

by Smile_if_U-want on 3/4/2010 7:03:20 PM

 
 

Well my feet usually smell becuz i am so active and now they are all cracked....and they hurt any advice?

by pcl413 on 3/2/2010 8:55:01 PM

 
 

Ok cocopudin if it is really that bad I would talk to your mom or female adult about taking you to the docter about that.My sis had the same prob. She needs a special docter.Her docter gave her some persciption deortrant.It really works.

by smudgiegirl10 on 3/2/2010 6:55:23 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD
Hey So, I also have a really bad problem with sweating, i mean as soon as I get to school I sweat. Ive tried degree, lady speedstick, dry idea, soft & dri, adidas, dove, and secret. NONE WORK.. So, not alot works. Do you think you could help me? and suggest a good antiperspraint to use! thanks a bunch!
forgot to put mod last timeTong

 

Hey babe,

Try asking your doc the next time you're there for a visit.  He can recommend a prescription-strength anti-perspirant that might do the trick!

Lauren C.

by chocopuddin on 3/2/2010 5:42:01 PM

 
 

Hey So, I also have a really bad problem with sweating, i mean as soon as I get to school I sweat. Ive tried degree, lady speedstick, dry idea, soft & dri, adidas, dove, and secret. NONE WORK.. So, not alot works. Do you think you could help me? and suggest a good antiperspraint to use! thanks a bunch!

by chocopuddin on 3/2/2010 5:33:14 PM

 
 

the Secret on your feet actually does work! i do it after gym at school, lol.

by serafinasunshine23 on 3/1/2010 10:29:51 PM

 
 

well i am 1 of those gals that have stanky feet. here's what i do:
wash my stinky shoes once a month.
spray with lysol after every 2 or 3 times u use them.
USE FOOT POWDER!!!
wear socks.
(when yur wearing flats u obviously can't wear socks, so at payless of what evs they have little no show socks!
whenever yur outside & not near anybody take yur shoes off for a sec!!

by junebugg98 on 2/28/2010 10:09:10 PM

 
 

Some of us have worse foot odor than others. I am not one but I play sports and sometimes it can be very bad. Just wash them as much as you can and get of the shoes that make your feet stink.

by luckykel on 2/27/2010 1:35:33 PM

 
 

i would go wash my feet 4 like 15 minutes then put some lotion on them, a fragrance kind of lotion. When you wear sneakers though, always wear socks, my friend never wears socks and i could smell her feet when she out side and i was like a little far away i could smell them!!! they stunk so badly! anyway ALWAYS wash your feet and ALWAYS wear socks with sneakers, boots, any fully closed shoes! EXCEPT 4 high heels
thanks for reading,
iluvmybfjesus

by iluvmybfjesus on 2/27/2010 10:20:06 AM

 
 

hey girls!
tired of waiting hours for your questions to get answered and not getting an answer that your satisified with? ask me any question and i'll give you my best answers. just post your question on my profile and i'll get back to you in a day.

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by sillyheart17 on 2/25/2010 7:57:29 PM

 
 

LOL! I think the wearing Secret on ur feet would work ;)


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by SportyGal on 2/25/2010 7:14:18 PM

 
 

lol u need to wash yur feet more often girl!

by khadijah12 on 2/25/2010 12:13:38 PM

 
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