Corns

Corns are actually calluses with the only difference being that corns are calluses that are on our feet or toes. Corns, a skin condition, come in two types: hard corns and soft corns. Feet corns or corns on toes are probably the most painful corns. The reason for this is because with all the time we spend on our feet, they don't have a real chance to rest and heal. Hard corns are the most common and are usually caused by poorly fitting shoes and toe deformities. Hard corns usually develop on the tops and tips of the toes and sides of the feet. Soft corns usually develop because of bone abnormalities in the toes. These "kissing corns" develop between the toes.

Seed corns are lesions or plugged sweat ducts that grow inside of another callus, or appear that way. They are very painful when walking and feel like you are walking or a grain of sand. A small piece of skin can be picked off the center. This skin resembles a seed, which is where they got their name. The important thing to remember is that just removing the foot seed corns is not enough. You need to get the entire callus removed or the seed corns will continue to grow and can cause you major problems.

Many people don’t understand what causes corns, so they repeatedly get them. In most cases, the tight shoes that you wear cause the corns. Until you get shoes to eliminate corns, the corns will continue to come back. The best shoes are shoes that fit properly and don't put undue pressure against the toes. You can also purchase certain shoe inserts that will help your feet from getting corns.

If, however, you find that your feet hurt or develop corns with every shoe you wear, you may have a different foot problem and need to see a podiatrist or your regular physician. He or she will also be able to show you how to treat corns or how to remove corns. There is a toe surgery that will remove corns internally. This is sometimes recommended for people that are required to wear specific bothersome shoes at their employment. A few home remedies are effective in helping you to remove corns. Corns on feet or 'foot corns' may be removed at home if they are not serious. There are over-the-counter treatments for corns that may work with a small corn or a fresh one. A borax soak in warm water may help to soften the foot corns. If you are not sure of what kind of painful corns you have, research online will allow you to look at a picture of corns. Your physician can give you the best advice on how to treat corns, what causes corns and how to remove corns.