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Learn more about Corn
Content updated on Nov 2, 2022
What is corn?
More commonly known as a corn, this is a condition where there is thickened and hardened skin over a specific area (frequently the foot) as a result of chronic pressure.
Symptoms of corn
Area of skin that is rough and hard
Skin hardening
Skin problem on the feet, beyond the ankle
Lumps under the skin
Questions your doctor may ask to check for corn
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose corn
Do you have chapped or rough skin?
Do you have hardening of the skin?
Do your symptoms on your foot affect the skin past the ankle area?
Do you feel a lump/lumps under your skin?
Treatment for corn
Corn plasters or a simple procedure can remove the hard center. However, lifestyle changes like switching to a well-fitting shoe are needed, to prevent the corns from coming back.
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Diseases related to Corn
References
Strode JE. A satisfactory operation for interdigital soft corns (clavus molle). Am J Surg. 1970 Mar;119(3):353. doi: 10.1016/0002-9610(70)90068-1. PMID: 5443941.
https://www.americanjournalofsurgery.com/article/0002-9610(70)90068-1/pdf
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Scott Nass, MD, MPA, FAAFP, AAHIVS (GP / Family doctor)
Dr. Nass received dual medical degrees from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and Charles R. Drew University in Medicine and Science. He completed Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center with subsequent fellowships at Ventura, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, George Washington University, and University of California-Irvine. He holds faculty appointments at Keck School of Medicine of USC, Loma Linda University School of Medicine, and Western University of Health Sciences.
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