Description
Thick, hardened, dead skin, that forms to protect the skin and structures under the skin from pressure, friction, and/or injury. They are bumps that are yellow to gray in color. Calluses and corns become a problem when they grow large enough to cause pain or pressure in a shoe.
Symptoms
Pain, swelling, yellow-tinged or thickened, rough skin.
Tests
Common tests used for diagnosis and treatment
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Podiatry
Workup:
A history and physical exam will be performed.
Specialists:
Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Family Practice, Podiatry
Treatment
Remove pressure on area with pads, shoe inserts, or new footwear. The callus/corn can be softened with salicylic acid. Occasionally surgical removal is necessary.