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Corn is also known as a callus. It is a condition showing thickening of the skin due to extreme pressure and frictional forces. They often develop on the hands and fingers, feet, and toes. The common cause is improper shoe fitting in the legs. Untreated corns result in infection, changes in posture and body alignment. Applying exfoliating lotions and creams that contain salicylic acid can help to manage it.

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What is the treatment for corns in between the fingers in leg?

Query: Hello doctor, There are corns in between my right leg's first finger and second finger. It hurts too much, and please suggest me treatment.  Read Full »

Dr. Nadiminty Raghuvamsi

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Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Corns can be painful by themselves, but more so if they are infected. Try to do the following measures: Use padded footwear at home and outside, use silicon feet pads inside shoes. Try corn caps which are like band-aids. Leave each one on for as long as they stick, whi...  Read Full »

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