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Corn Cap

Corn cap is a self-adhesive substrate fabricated with a smooth cotton cloth; at the center is a ring of soft cushion that contains ointment with salicylic acid. It is helpful in minimal skin irritation, and the cushioning effect relieves the pressure and friction that aids in the expulsion of the corn and calluses.

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How to use a corn cap?

Query: Hi doctor,I have a corn in my right foot for the last 15 days. Initially, I applied antibiotic ointment and taken some antibiotics ointment. And, now I have applied corn cap. I want to know whether my treatment in going in the right direction. Can corn caps alone take care of corn? I have applied co...  Read Full »


Dr. Suvash Sahu

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your concern and examined your pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It seems you have developed callosity or plantar wart. Corn cap application macerated the surrounding area. Since you already applied it before two days, I would sugges...  Read Full »

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

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 »

I have pain in the sole of both the feet. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I have been feeling pain in the sole of both the foot (in the ball area). Probably, this is because I did boxing with no shoes and after that, every time I step on hard surfaces or uneven surfaces there is excruciating pain in my third and fourth toe. I thought they were calluses so I...  Read Full »


Dr. Anuj Gupta

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is known as corn and it usually happens after repeated pressure at the same point. You can use either corn tape or Salicylic acid paint over it. you need to apply it daily and that extra skin will peel off daily. The only problem with this is the recurrence. If it ...  Read Full »

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