Saturday, 21 November 2015

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Calluses on the tops of the toes are often due to ill-fitting shoes.Divider line
Picture of Callus on the toe in a female. Calluses on the tops of the toes are often due to ill-fitting shoes.Picture of Callus on the palm in a male. This image displays callouses on the palms from work involving friction to these areas.
Picture of Callus on the foot and sole in a female. This image displays a callus that has been treated with silver nitrate.Picture of Callus on the finger and palm in a male. Calloses develop wherever the skin is exposed repeatedly to pressure or friction, as…
Picture of Callus on the toe in a female. This image displays callouses at the tops of both great toes as well as toenail changes from…Picture of Callus on the toe in a male. This image displays callous areas of the upper toes, which are darker in this black patient.
Calluses on the tops of the toes are often due to ill-fitting shoes.
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Overview
A callus (tyloma) is a thickening of the skin that occurs in response to excessive, repeated shear or friction forces, commonly due to constant rubbing of the skin. Calluses are similar to corns, but calluses occur when abnormal forces are exerted over a larger area. Certain deformities of the feet, such as crookedness of the toes, may predispose to the development of calluses. Calluses may cause pain, typically a burning sensation. Excessive weight bearing and certain types of shoes are often contributing factors.
Who's At Risk
Calluses may occur in all people with the exception of non-weight-bearing infants.
Signs and Symptoms
Calluses are most frequently located on the feet and sometimes on the hands. They usually are located next to bony prominences.
Self-Care Guidelines
  • Avoidance of the repetitive forces causing calluses, such as altering shoe style, is the best method of prevention.
  • Gentle paring with an emery board or a pumice stone may help to decrease the thickened skin. A soft fabric, such as felt, should be applied after paring to protect the underlying skin. Or, shoe pads that go inside your shoes should be used to help relieve the pressure so foot calluses can heal.
When to Seek Medical Care
Calluses do not require medical intervention, but seek evaluation if they become bothersome. Diabetics should pay careful attention to their feet given the risk of development of diabetic ulcers on the feet.
Treatments Your Physician May Prescribe
Your physician may:
  • Pare the callus with a scalpel.
  • Prescribe a topical medication such as urea to help dissolve thickened skin.
  • Refer the patient to a podiatrist, a health care provider specializing in foot care.
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