Corn Vs. Callus: Can You Tell The Difference?

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There are a lot of tasks that your feet perform. Every step you take, support your entire body and absorbs shock. On your feet and toes, that pressure can sometimes cause thick patches of skin to form.

Calluses and corns on your feet develop as a result of friction and stress.

Find out what causes painful corns and calluses, as well as what you can do to get rid of them.

Identifying Corn

Corns are small, round areas of thickened skin on the feet. Over time, corns are formed as a result of repetitive friction, stress, or rubbing in the same area.

Due to their raised nature, corns tend to irritate more easily than calluses. It may be uncomfortable to wear socks or shoes when you have a corn that is tender or sensitive to touch.

You’re most likely to find corns in the following places:

• Tops of your toes
• Between your toes
• Soles of your feet

Acorns can be classified into three types: hard corn, soft corn, and seed corn. A hard corn is very dense, and it can be found within a callus. It is most common to find them on the tops of toes. It is usually found between your toes, and it has a rubbery texture. The seed corns tend to grow on the bottoms of your feet, and they are quite small.

Calluses: How to Identify Them

The calluses on your feet are thickened patches of skin. However, they are typically larger, flatter, and irregularly shaped than corns.

Most people have calluses on the bottoms of their feet, and they form on weight-bearing parts, such as the:

• Undersides of the big toes
• Balls of the feet
• Sides of the feet
• Heels
  
  

It is possible for calluses to be tender when they first form, but as they age, they become less sensitive to touch than the skin around them. It is possible for large calluses to crack and form fissures, which can be painful.

How can I get rid of corns and calluses that hurt?

Calluses and corns do not always cause symptoms. It is possible, however, for complications to make them bothersome or even painful. Furthermore, both corns and calluses are susceptible to infection.

Make sure you don't try to treat infected corn or callus on your own if it is painful. A corn or callus can be safely removed by Dr. Roohian.

He can help you avoid unnecessary friction after removing it. To prevent painful corns and calluses from recurring, wear wider shoes, use padding or tape, and keep your feet moisturized.

You can contact our office at 949-588-8833 , or visit our website at https://www.ocfootdoctor.com/ Our offices are in Laguna Hills, Irvine, Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, Lake Forest, Foothill Ranch, and Costa Mesa.