Diseases
calluses
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Overview
Calluses are thick, hardened layers of skin that develop when the skin tries to protect itself against friction or pressure. They often form on feet and toes or hands and fingers. If you're healthy, you don't need treatment for corns and calluses unless they cause pain or you don't like how they look.
Symptoms
- a hardened, raised bump
- tenderness or pain under the skin
- a thick, rough area of skin
- flaky, dry or waxy skin
Causes
- wearing ill-fitting shoes and socks.
- skipping socks
- playing instruments or using hand tools
Risk factors
- inheriting a tendency to develop corns.
Diagnosis
- physical exam.
Medicines used
Frequently asked questions
What is calluses?
Calluses are thick, hardened layers of skin that develop when the skin tries to protect itself against friction or pressure. They often form on feet and toes or hands and fingers. If you're healthy, you don't need treatment for corns and calluses unless they cause pain or you don't like how they look.
What are the symptoms of calluses?
a hardened, raised bump, tenderness or pain under the skin, a thick, rough area of skin, flaky, dry or waxy skin
What causes calluses?
wearing ill-fitting shoes and socks.; skipping socks; playing instruments or using hand tools
Which medicines are used for calluses?
salicylic acid
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