Medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of clavus (corn).
Family history
- What is the general health of your relatives?
- Are there any diseases in your family that are common?
- Are there any hereditary diseases in your family?
Social history
- What is your profession?
Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).
- How long have the changes in the toes been present?
- Are these changes painful?
Vegetative anamnesis including nutritional anamnesis.
- Do you often wear tight or unsuitable footwear?
- Do you suffer from dry skin, especially on the feet?
Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis
- Pre-existing conditions (diseases of the musculoskeletal system).
- Operations
- Radiotherapy
- Allergies
- Medication history
