However, corns and calluses are usually treated when they become painful. Many people also seek treatment if they consider their hard skin to be unsightly. A corn is a small area of hard skin, often with a centre of dead skin. There are both hard and soft corns. Soft corns usually develop between toes and become soft with sweat. Activities that involve repeated pressure in a particular area of the foot, such as running or dancing, may cause calluses

Badly fitting shoes. Shoes that fit too tightly can cause pressure, while shoes that are too large may allow the foot to slide and rub, causing corns. Shop for shoes in the afternoon when your feet are slightly swollen to make sure you'll get a good fit throughout the day Repeated use of an area of skin. Gardening, lifting weights or playing tennis can cause calluses on the palms You may not be experiencing any distressing symptoms from your corn or callus, so you may wonder whether you need treatment. In fact, it may be worth leaving small painless calluses alone if they don't bother you.You may not be experiencing any distressing symptoms from your corn or callus, so you may wonder whether you need treatment. In fact, it may be worth leaving small painless calluses alone if they don't bother you. However, corns and calluses are usually treated when they become painful. People with compromised immune systems or certain long-term conditions are at increased risk of developing complications from corns or calluses. These lesions can sometimes become infected, requiring antibiotics to prevent the infection from spreading. Untreated calluses can also develop wounds that take a long time to heal.

Consider possible causes for your hard skin and eliminate them where possible. Wear shoes that fit well and use protective gloves for repetitive work We ask a lot of our feet, which means they often show signs of daily wear and tear. Learn more about calluses, corns & hard skin Hard corns are commonly found on toes and the soles of the feet. Pressing on them often causes discomfort so they can make walking difficult and painful. Don't try to cut away a corn or a callus as you could injure yourself seriously or cause an infection. Instead, speak to your pharmacist who will be able to recommend a suitable over-the-counter treatment, such as: If you have diabetes, heart disease or circulation problems, you should always seek advice from your GP or a podiatrist or chiropodist on the treatment of your corn or callus.Make an appointment with your GP if you notice redness spreading around a corn or callus. If you also have symptoms like fever or increased pain, you may be suffering from a skin infection, which requires treatment – your GP can advise you. Speak to your pharmacist about over-the-counter treatments including moisturising creams, pumice stones, cushioning pads and salicylic acid plasters Hard skin protects against injury from pressure or friction. It often develops for the following reasons: Make an appointment with your GP if you notice that you spreading redness around a corn or callus. If you also have symptoms like fever or increased pain, you may be suffering from a skin infection, which requires treatment – your GP can advise you. Firstly, immerse the corn or callous in lukewarm water to soften. Position the corn and callous knife onto the affected area and gently trim the hard skin using fine slices. The gap between the blade and its protector has been tailored for exact trimming. How do I fit a new blade?

If you find that your hard skin is not improving in spite of treatment, visit your GP. They may be able to safely remove your corns and calluses, or refer you to a specialist for treatment. If they remove your corns or calluses, you shouldn't find the procedure painful.

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