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Corns
are areas of thickened skin irritations
that can occur on the foot. Calluses are thick, painful skin
irritations that can occur on the bottom of the foot. If
the thickened area is on top of the toes, we call it a corn.
Corns are usually caused by shoes pressing against the toes.
They are made worse if the toe is crooked or contracted (hammertoe).
These areas generally represent areas of excessive pressure
or friction in shoes or while walking on hard surfaces. Caution
should be used whenever using any type of corn or callus
removers because these medications contain acids that burn
the thickened skin off. If you have diabetes, you
should never use these medications without a physician's
guidance. These irritations will generally reoccur after
use of these medications because the source of irritation
is still present. Home remedies might include shoe cushions
or pads, and if they are between the toes, pads might
be used. Warm water soaks and then buffing with a pumice
stone may help. Creams and lotions may be of some temporary
help.
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