Corns are hardened layers of skin that commonly develop on the toes and feet. A callus develops when the skin thickens in a certain area, usually the part of the sole which bears most of the bodys weight. This thickened skin pad develops due to continuous friction or pressure. A callus that develops on a pressure point such as beneath the toe joint or the top of the toe is called a corn. Both can be painful especially when there is pressure on the nerves. Corns can occur due to several reasons such as pressure, or friction due to badly-fitting shoes or abnormalities in the bone structure. Corns have an unsightly appearance and may appear as red, inflamed areas of skin.
Corns appear as small, thick areas of dead and hard skin. They mostly occur on the toes or in the areas between the toes. They have a waxy, firm core that presses against the skin and exerts strain on the surrounding nerves. This can lead to severe pain in some cases. The most common symptoms of corns are as follows:
Corns are usually smaller than calluses and have a firm center. The area surrounding the hardened core gets inflamed. Calluses are often bigger than corns and do not lead to considerable pain or discomfort.
In case of pain arising from corns or calluses, it is advisable to consult a doctor. Those who suffer from circulatory problems or are diabetic should seek advice from their doctor before using any kind of treatment. This is because an injury can lead to infection which may not heal properly.
Corns are usually formed as a result of pressure on the toes and skin surfaces of the feet through incorrect footwearCorns tend to develop when there is constant and persistent friction or pressure on the area. The most common causes of corns include:
While calluses do not really pose much a of a problem corns, because of their funnel like structure intensify and focus pressure on a particular point, thereby not just causing pain, but also posing a risk of tissue damage and ulceration. While there are home remedies that some claim can help in the treatment of corns, most experts agree that treatment is not as simple as it may seem, and prevention is in fact a lot easier. In addition to treatment with over the counter applications and sanding with a pumice stone, you could also try using some of these home remedies:
Keep in mind that most of these home remedies are not really reliable, as there is little scientific evidence to support any of the claims of their efficacy. Consult with your doctor to find an effective plan to address the problem.
There are also some preventive measures you can take for corns and calluses.
There is no specific diet that helps in the treatment of corns. But health dietary habits are always beneficial as they help the body to repair itself and heal properly. Here are some important dietary tips. Your diet is also important from the aspect of maintaining the ideal body weight. This is because of the simple reason that corns and calluses are most likely to develop from repeated excessive pressure and friction in a particular area. Obesity greatly increases the amount of pressure that areas like the soles of the feet or toes are subjected to. To this extent making modifications to your diet can greatly help address the problem. In addition, a healthy balanced diet also ensures optimal healing.
There are special medicated pads and liquids available in drugstores which help to reduce discomfort and get rid of corns. However many of these contain salicylic acid which can cause skin irritation in some people. This can also increase the risk of infection.
see this is my own experience which worked for me as well as my frnz too.there is a plant called aak in hindi & akanda, in bangla. Pluck it;s leaf . be carefull it shud not go into your eyes / else as it is poisonous. u'll see some cell sap/milk coming out apply it in the corn. use twice daily for 4-7 days.be regular in applying. it's painless as excellent remedy & works better than surgery.
I have used a ointment called "CORNCURA" (spelling may not be exact). It was very effective and within 1 month corn has reduced which otherwise would not go even with 3 months of continuous corncap application
Make a paste of equal parts of washing soda and lime using water. Apply it over the corn during night. Repeat the process up to a minimum of 5 nights . slowly the corn affected skin dries of and sheds like flakes. Avoid the mixture getting in contact with areas surrounding the corn . cover the surrounding area using bandage.
Apply oil of Oregano to the area after showing