Corns and calluses
are thickened layers of skin caused by repeated pressure or friction.
Corns and calluses are often confused, but
they're not the same thing. Corns are smaller than
calluses
and have a hard center. Corns usually develop on the
tops and sides of your toes and can be painful.
Calluses, which may feel rough, are rarely painful
and vary in size and shape. Calluses usually develop
on your palms and soles, especially underneath the
bottom ends of your foot bones (metatarsals).
Although corns and calluses can be unsightly, you
need treatment only if they cause discomfort. For
most people, eliminating the source of friction or
pressure helps corns and calluses disappear. If you
have diabetes or another condition that causes poor
circulation to your feet, you're at greater risk of
complications. Seek a doctor's advice on caring for
corns and calluses.
