Can corn plaster be used on warts?

Written by Zhang Da Wei

General Surgery

Updated on September 09, 2024

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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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Written by Liu Gang

Dermatology

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Can a corn be squeezed out?

Using squeezing as a method to treat corns is not effective, and it will not extrude them. Corns are mostly formed due to foreign bodies entering the skin and repeated friction. After the onset of this condition, walking can be painful and uncomfortable. The most standard and direct method is to use a corn plaster for local application. These corrosive medications can completely clear the corns. If the effect is not very good, one can also go to the dermatology department of a regular hospital to undergo cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen. After cryotherapy, blisters form locally, which gradually heal, causing the corn to necrose and fall off. Therefore, after this disease occurs, it is essential to seek proper treatment and not to use squeezing. This method can cause pain in the corns and may also lead to symptoms of redness and infection.

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Written by Zhang Da Wei

General Surgery

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The difference between a corn and a callus.

Corn and calluses actually have fundamental differences. A corn is a type of common wart, which is essentially a viral infection. This type of infection is somewhat similar to plantar warts, usually occurring on the sole of the foot. Although both conditions are more likely to occur on the sole, common warts typically manifest as protruding bumps on the surface, whereas calluses are not protruding and the skin in the affected area is relatively smooth. Thus, one can determine the type of condition based on these surface appearances. However, both conditions share commonalities such as being caused by viral infections. Additionally, common warts generally have a darker color, while calluses are more translucent.

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Written by Zhu Zhu

Dermatology

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Corns are treated in which department?

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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Written by Huang Ling Juan

Dermatology

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At what stage should a corn plaster be considered effective?

When applying corn plaster, it is essential to apply it until the area of the corn turns white, remove the white callus, and then continue to apply the plaster. Keep applying until the surrounding skin no longer turns white, leaving only the protruding corn. Once the root of the corn has also necrotized, it can be pulled out from the root. If there is still pain when pulling out the corn, continue using the medication. When the dead skin on the corn turns white, clean, with clear lines, and the newly exposed tender skin is smooth, clean, with clear lines, and there is no pain when pressed, this condition indicates recovery. Corns generally occur due to prolonged pressure on the foot or wearing tight shoes, causing sustained pressure and friction over time.

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Written by Zhang Da Wei

General Surgery

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Are corns and calluses the same thing?

Corns and calluses are generally different diseases. Generally speaking, corns are caused by long-term local compression and friction. In this case, it will lead to thickening changes in the stratum corneum, so it is relatively easy for this problem to occur on the soles of the feet. Warts, on the other hand, are a type of common wart caused by viral infection. This means that infections are more likely to occur when the body's immunity is low. Of course, this is also directly related to local discomfort or compression problems. However, there is an essential difference between the two diseases. Nevertheless, the general direction or principle of treatment for both diseases is similar, mainly involving local excision methods. Additionally, appropriate use of antivirals, or treatments such as laser therapy or cryotherapy, can also achieve the purpose of treatment and improvement.