A 34-year-old member asked:

what shoes should i wear in s asia to avoid foot infections?

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Dr. Alan Ettinger answered

Podiatry 49 years experience

Shoes: Such as tennis shoes would be the most comfortable. Wear socks and shower shoes and your chance of infection is very low.

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Dr. Arnold Beresh answered

Podiatry 41 years experience

See below: I would wear a fully enclosed shoe that breath so your feet don't sweat.

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