This image displays redness and scaling at the bottom of the feet typical to juvenile plantar dermatosis. This image displays the shiny appearance of the sole of a foot due to juvenile plantar dermatosis.
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Sweaty Sock Syndrome (Juvenile Plantar Dermatosis)  A parent's guide to condition and treatment information

Picture of Sweaty Sock Syndrome (Juvenile Plantar Dermatosis): This image displays redness and scaling at the bottom of the feet typical to juvenile plantar dermatosis. Divider line
This image displays redness and scaling at the bottom of the feet typical to juvenile plantar dermatosis.
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Who's At Risk
Sweaty sock syndrome occurs in children aged 3–15, but it seems to be most common in boys aged 4–8.

Children who have eczema (atopic dermatitis) seem to have a higher risk for developing sweaty sock syndrome.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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