Corns are treated in which department?

Written by Zhu Zhu

Dermatology

Updated on September 02, 2024

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Corn is a relatively common condition. If you suffer from corns, it is recommended to consult dermatology or surgery for treatment. Corns are mainly caused by prolonged standing, or by wearing shoes that do not fit properly or are too tight. They usually appear individually. It is advised to seek treatment promptly at the dermatology or surgery department of a hospital. The primary treatment involves topical medications, but methods like laser or cryotherapy can also be employed.

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Can corn plaster be used for skin tags?

Eating meat and corns actually have fundamental similarities, generally caused by viral infections. Therefore, using antiviral medications is definitely feasible. Corn patches can also have some effect on local irritation, so it's possible to use corn patches on warts as well. However, warts generally have a deeper area or more apparent superficial changes. Therefore, if using corn patches, they must be combined with other treatment methods, since corn patches generally work better on surface treatments. Thus, treating warts only on the surface might lead to recurrent warts, so it is necessary to combine them with other antiviral medications or local injections of antiviral drugs for better results together with the corn patch treatment. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor)

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Is a corn the same as a callus?

Skin tags are not the same as corns; they are two completely different conditions. Skin tags generally refer to abnormally proliferating tissue at the nail area, and also commonly refer to warts. Corns usually result from localized abnormal friction, causing proliferative growth of the soft tissue, typically located on the sole of the foot. Skin tags and common warts can also occur on the bottom of the feet, but skin tags usually appear as proliferative, tumor-like protrusions on the surface of the skin, whereas corns generally do not protrude above the surface of the skin.

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There are many small flesh spikes in the corn.

Corns often contain many small flesh spikes, and this condition might be due to plantar warts, caused by factors such as local compression and friction. This disease is actually a type of common wart, usually resulting from abnormal local skin proliferation, leading to keratinization. Physical therapy or surgical methods are generally used to improve this condition. Physical therapy mainly involves excision and separation, and it is essential to use some softening solutions to prevent extensive bleeding. Surgical options mainly include laser and cryotherapy, which can effectively treat and improve the condition, and further analysis and determination can be done based on the specific situation.

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Can corn plaster be used on warts?

Warts, commonly referred to as corns, are caused by viral infections. This condition is somewhat related to the individual’s immune system, so physical therapy can help improve the situation. Corn plasters can be effective for treating warts, but it is essential to avoid overusing them to prevent local damage and other issues. Additionally, there are other treatment options for warts, such as laser surgery, which can effectively address the problem. Surgical removal with a scalpel or podiatry knife can also completely eradicate the wart. Adapting the treatment method based on specific changes can lead to quicker recovery; however, it is crucial to prevent any infections associated with warts.

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The difference between plantar warts and corns

Toe warts and corns are both skin diseases that occur on the feet, but they are entirely different diseases, and many people easily confuse toe warts with corns. First, the causes of toe warts and corns are different. The occurrence of corns is greatly related to compression and friction, while toe warts are mainly caused by viral infections due to reasons such as low immunity. Secondly, their contagiousness is different; corns are not contagious, while toe warts are highly contagious.