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Is The Bacteria Causing Foot Odour Or Sweating Odour Transferred Through Touching Other People?
Question: could you please tell me if the bacteria that causes foot odour or other sweating odour from me, is XXXXXXX to other people through touching.Thank you very much for your time XXXXXX
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The bacteria that cause smell or body odour usually flourish in the moist conditions and live inside the body folds. These are not likely to be transmitted by simple touch to other people. Avoid sharing towels with anyone.
You need to wash your feet frequently with warm soapy water and let them dry properly to avoid any further spread of the infection.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Thanks for posting your query.
The bacteria that cause smell or body odour usually flourish in the moist conditions and live inside the body folds. These are not likely to be transmitted by simple touch to other people. Avoid sharing towels with anyone.
You need to wash your feet frequently with warm soapy water and let them dry properly to avoid any further spread of the infection.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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