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On the back side of the foot near ankle there is a hard skin which is very painful. The pain is such that she could not even walk a few steps. The yellow coloured hard skin(as in pic attached) is the problem. What is this problem and what to do to get rid of it
My mother have normal pressure and sugar levels
Pls refer to pic as attached
Thank you
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Don't worry...you are suffering from callosity causing this hard skin... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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I advise you to consult a dermatologist online or in person, share clear pictures, and get a personalized treatment plan. Only after proper evaluation can the right medicines (creams/tablets) be prescribed
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Dr. Roja B Hulihalli
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Ranebennur
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Painful Hard skin can occur due to many causes like friction, infectious, footwear, prolonged standing
Detailed history and examination is needed for further evaluation and management
Various treatment modalities are available depending on site and severity
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do consult online Dermatologist for better cosmetic results
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
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6 yrs exp
Lucknow
It's callosity
Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment
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