Is sweaty feet a sign of kidney yin deficiency?
Disease description:
Recently, my feet have been sweating a lot. My family says it might be caused by kidney yin deficiency. Can sweaty feet be a sign of kidney yin deficiency?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
Excessive sweating between the toes indicates kidney yin deficiency, which typically refers to a depletion of kidney yin. Main symptoms include tidal fever, night sweats, soreness and weakness in the lower back and knees, heat sensations in the palms, soles, and chest, insomnia with vivid dreams, dry throat, and flushed cheeks. Women may additionally experience heavy menstrual flow, delayed menstruation, light periods, or amenorrhea. Moreover, under medical guidance, kidney yin deficiency can be treated with kidney-nourishing and yin-enriching medications, such as Zhibai Dihuang Pills.
