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Need Help for Stinky Feet
Asked by C.W. from Washington DC
on August 13, 2009
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My son's feet sweat a lot and are really stinky. Both pairs of his sandals stink. He hates wearing socks and when he does, like with sneakers, his socks are always d...
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- I cut and pasted this from another question from a mom...a while ago... Hope it helps! "Mercifully, none of my children has inherited 'stinky feet syndrome', but...
- Amanda mentioned the Oprah show....I watched it too. The remedy was to brew tea and soak your feet in it. Just regular lipton tea bags...it dries out the sweat glands.
- My son has the same problem. I finally found socks at Kohl's that are sweat resistant. I also bought him (from Kohl's) Sketchers Airators. They have a special design t...
Child with Underarm Odor
Asked by G.A. from Boston
on November 8, 2008
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I have a 6 year old girl, and just the other day noticed an underarm odor similar to that of an adult, I was so surprised because I have not smelled any odors of that ...
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- as long as she does not have any other signs of early puberty I would not worry. If you have concerns then check with her doctor.
- I have an 8 year old sister that had the same problem. My mother took her to the pediatrician and they ran tests to see if her body was aging faster than her chronolog...
- I noticed the same odor in my 8 yr old yesterday. She said the same thing that she had been sweating alot. i smelled the armpits of her shirt, which did not smell. I...
"Granddaughter Sweats When She Sleeps"
Asked by L.H. from York
on July 5, 2008
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My 18 month granddaughter sweats really bad when she sleeps. I was babysitting her and layed her next me until she fell asleep, then i put her in her crib. I noticed a...
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- I had the same issue with my son, and sometimes still do. It was a little bit worse when he was younger, I think. He still gets kinda hot when he sleeps, but doesn't...
- Just keep her lightly covered at night with minimal nightclothes; i.e., a diaper, a sleeveless PJ shirt, and light blanket. Don't let the A/C blow directly on her to k...
- Hello, I had a similar problem with my daughter. I know this may be a dumb question, but did you try putting her in minimal clothing and washing her face with cool...
Night Time Sweating
Asked by S.C. from Detroit
on January 15, 2008
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Hello Everyone,
I have a 2 1/2 yo little boy and every once in awhile he will be very sweaty at night when he is going to sleep or shortly there after. It is not occu...
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- You might want to get him checked out for a heart murmur. My son used to sweat so bad I'd change his clothes multiple times a day, I took him to the doctors and she fo...
- What kind of PJs is he wearing? I found that the fleece footed PJs are way too hot for my kids. They sleep in lightweight cotton year round.
- My little guy (now 2 and a half) has the same problem. The crazy thing is, that he feels cool to the touch. I never worried much as I looked into it (asked pediatricia...
Help! How Do I Deal with the Neighbor Childs Lack of Hygiene
Asked by P.R. from Grand Rapids
on November 24, 2008
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My daughter plays with the neighbors daughter shes 9 and my daughter is 6.The issue is most of the time she comes over she smells musty. My daughter also sweats and be...
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- Hello P., This is not the girls issue, but her parents. I was raised in a very discusting enviroment also, so I can speak from experience. Do not embarrase this girl,...
- no child needs deodarant until puberty. if they stink then they need a bath. i dont think you can do anything really.
- Most girls odn't need deodorant, just good hygiene, unless she is developing early. I would be concerned about giving your own daughter deodorant at the age of 6, the...
Two Month Old Boy Smells Terrible When He Sweats
Asked by K.G. from Los Angeles
on August 1, 2009
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Help. My two month old boy sweats when he sleeps. It's mostly his head area. When I pick him up from his nap he smells so terrible I almost gag (no joke). I have t...
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- low budget solution: live without suppressing the smell. this is vital since his little body is doing him a good service getting rid of stuff. do not stay in the way o...
- thats could be sights of , rachitis. Is he skiny? Ask your doctor asap
- Hi Kristen, I think you should definately ask your doc about this one. I have read that babies dont sweat like adults do because their sweat glands are not mature ...
Baby Sweat Smells like Vinegar...?
Asked by J.F. from Honolulu
on July 21, 2007
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Hi Everyone,
We found out recently that my one year old is allergic to straight up dairy products--no yogurt, cheese, ice cream, cow milk. My pediatrician suggested ...
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- You should take your girl to the doctor, if you have any concerns. Sometimes, a weird 'smell' could indicate something or not. Best to check with a professional.
- Hi J., I know this is from last year, but I wanted to alert you about some very bad advice given to you by one of the moms who responded. That note read: Hi J....
- I have never experienced the sweat smells like vinegar before. But my daughter too is allergic to all dairy products. I just could not see putting her on soy. A did...
Seeking Help with Major Sweating Problem! PLEASE HELP ME, I AM at MY WIT'S END!
Asked by M.M. from Pocatello
on July 30, 2009
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I have a problem with sweating. Lots and lots of sweating. It wouldn't be bad if it just happened when I am working hard, but it happens ALL the time. I keep hanker...
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- I had my acupuncturist help me with my sweating issues, and it worked great. If you need references, feel free to write back:)
- Hi M., I have a friend who had this problem ... I believe hers was more limited to hands and feet, but a doctor diagnosed her with a disorder (sorry, I can't rememb...
- You need to see a doctor. Here is what i found on the internet. there are lots of them. I googled excessive sweating and it brought up a whole page. Good Luck M. ...
Cold Sweats and Chills Without Fever?
Asked by A.E. from Atlanta
on February 11, 2009
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Hello,
I'm looking for some information about what could cause cold sweats and cold chills in the middle of the night without a fever being present. Has anyone ever ...
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- Yoyu didnt mention your age, but sounds like perimenopausal night sweats to me. If you're 35 or older, welcome to the club. chills come from cooling down after the sw...
- This could have nothing to do with your issue, however, I have acid reflux and whenever I go to bed on a full stomach, that happens to me. If I don't sit up, I'll act...
- Hi A.M., Could it be menopause? I don't know your age, but night sweats can start as early as your mid-thirties. Start paying attention to what time of the month they...
Help for 10-Yr Old Son Who Has Inflamed Welts on Armpits
Asked by C.M. from St. Louis
on July 28, 2009
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My son came home from a sports camp tonight and has extremely painful big red welts in his armpits. He was wearing a new loose-fitting polyester soccer shirt...I'm not...
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- You got some great advice here - but I saw someone else with a similar response so I thought I would chime in! We use Boudreauxs Butt Paste on my 5 year old who gets ...
- my sons & husband all get that in the summer. They use... are you ready??.....Desitin (diaper ointment)! It works! Their problem is not so much the armpits, but c...
- Have you tried Benadryl? That may give him some relief. Good luck.
