What causes yellowish discoloration and bad odor in feet?
Patient: My son is 2 years old.we were at the doctor last week and he had mild pneumonia. He has finished his antibiotics.He has been tested and his iron has been low, the last few months .Today I noticed his feet are slightly yellow and have a very strange smell to them. Doctor: Hello,Due to pneumonia, antibiotics, the iron level may decrease, and so you need to take iron tablets for your child. Also, I will suggest a healthy diet with soups, vegetables, fruits, and liquids to help him recover.About your other problem I can say that the slightly yellow may be due to iron decrease and anemia but for the strange smell, I will suggest taking in consideration a fungal infection.Of course is just an opportunity that you can take into consideration in this case. So, first do not let his feet wet, dry them well, use cotton socks and leather shoes as well.You can also try powder with antifungal which helps in this case with the problem and with the smell.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.Regards,Dr. Elona Dashi