What are corns and calluses?

Corns and calluses are thickened and hardened layers of skin.

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What are signs and symptoms of corns and calluses?

The signs and symptoms of corns and calluses include:

• Thickening and roughing of skin with hardened raised bump

• Pain or tenderness with pressure applied

• Corns are smaller and deeper than calluses

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What causes corns and calluses?

Corns and calluses are caused by pressure, friction, viral infection, or chemicals.

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How to treat corns and calluses?

Corns can calluses are shaved to relieve the localized pressure that may cause tenderness or pain.

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How to prevent corns and calluses?

Corns and calluses on feet are usually caused by biomechanical issue therefore, it is imperative to address the underlying cause. Corns and calluses can be prevented by wearing proper shoe gear and a pair of orthotic are helpful to redistribute the pressure pattern on the bottom of feet.