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Foot Corn
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I have 3-4 corn on the sole of my left foot. They have been there for a few months now but they haven't caused any pain or discomfort. Last week I decided to try corn caps on two of them. It started to cause pangs of pain randomly and has made the skin around the corn thick and white. However the corns are still there. What should be my next steps, considering I don't wish to get any surgery/incision done at all, and that I am diabetic with currently uncontrolled sugar levels.
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Hi,I understand your concern about the corns on your foot, especially given your diabetes and uncontrolled sugar levels, which can complicate healing. The reaction to corn caps suggests we need a safer approach. I’d be happy to assist you further. Please schedule an online consultation with me to discuss.
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Book an online consultation with me to evaluate your condition and discuss safe management options.
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Avoid using corn caps, keep the area clean, and wear comfortable footwear to reduce pressure.
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Don't use corn cap as ur sugar levels are uncontrolled.Kindly consult with dermatologist
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These appear to be plantar corns—a type of hyperkeratosis due to repeated pressure or friction. In diabetic patients with poor glycemic control, even asymptomatic corns pose a risk of secondary infection, ulceration, or delayed wound healing, especially after self-treatment.
Next Steps
Please stop using corn caps immediately. Instead, keep the feet clean, moisturized, and avoid trauma. Use a urea-based keratolytic under medical supervision. A formal podiatric or dermatology evaluation is recommended for safer non-surgical options.
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