Corns
(Foot
Corn)
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Definition
Corns are thickened
layers of skin caused by repeated pressure or friction.
Cause
A
corn
is
a
small
area
of
thickened
skin
that
occurs
on
the
top
or
side
of
a
toe.
It
is
usually
the
result
of
friction
or
pressure
from
shoes
that
do
not
fit
properly.
Neither
corns
nor
calluses
are
serious
conditions.
Symptoms
Skin
abnormalities:
Thick
Hardened
May
be
flaky
and
dry
Located
on
hands,
feet,
or
other
areas
that
may
be
rubbed
or
pressured
Signs
and
Tests
Your
health
care
provider
will
make
the
diagnosis
after
observing
the
skin.
In
most
cases
tests
are
not
necessary.
Treatment
Usually,
removing
the
cause
of
the
friction
is
the
only
treatment
needed.
If
the
corn
is
a
result
of
a
poor-fitting
shoe,
changing
to
shoes
that
fit
properly
will
usually
eliminate
the
corn
in
a
period
of
weeks.
Until
then,
the
skin
can
be
protected
with
corn
pads
or
felt.
If
desired,
use
an
abrasive
such
as
a
pumice
stone
to
gently
wear
down
the
corn.
If
an
infection
or
ulceration
of
the
foot
occurs
in
an
area
of
corn
formation,
unhealthy
tissue
may
need
to
be
removed
by
a
health
care
provider
and
treatment
with
antibiotics
may
become
necessary.
Expectations
(prognosis)
Corns
are
rarely
serious.
If
treated
properly
they
should
improve
without
causing
long-term
problems.
Complications
Complications
of
corns
are
rare.
People
with
diabetes
are
prone
to
ulcers
and
infections
and
should
regularly
examine
their
feet
to
identify
any
problems
right
away.
Such
foot
injuries
need
medical
attention.
If
you
suspect
that
your
callus
is
infected
or
if
it
is
not
getting
better
despite
treatment,
contact
your
health
care
provider.
Prevention
Wearing
shoes
that
fit
properly
will
prevent
the
vast
majority
of
corns.
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