Is sweaty feet a sign of excessive dampness?
Disease description:
My younger brother is 31 years old this year. Recently, he has been feeling unusually fatigued, has lost his appetite, and is experiencing some body swelling. More notably, his feet sweat excessively. After a medical checkup, the doctor said it was due to excessive dampness in the body. I wonder, is sweaty feet really caused by excessive dampness?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Ding Yu
There is excessive sweating on the soles of the feet, which may also be caused by spleen and stomach deficiency. During summer, when perspiration increases, it's important to maintain foot hygiene. Eczema is mainly due to lack of exercise and may also be related to factors such as obesity, leading to symptoms like insomnia, short and red urine, fatigue, and in women, itching in the genital area. Under a doctor's guidance, traditional Chinese medicines with dampness-removing properties can be used for treatment, which generally do not cause side effects. At the same time, keep warm to prevent colds; otherwise, previous conditions may worsen.
