Corns and calluses are thickened areas of skin that develop in response to repeated friction or pressure. While they’re usually not serious, they can be painful or unsightly. Corns typically form on the tops or sides of toes and are often caused by ill-fitting shoes or toe deformities like hammertoes. Calluses usually appear on the […]
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As a podiatrist, one of the most serious foot complications I see in patients with diabetes is diabetic foot ulcers. These wounds can start from something as seemingly minor as a callus, but if left untreated, they can become a gateway to severe infections and even amputations. Understanding how ulcers form from calluses and how […]