Corn: Description A corn (clavus, crow’s eye, light thorn) is a roundish, sharply defined thickening of the skin. In the center sits a hard, pointed corneal cone that extends into deeper layers of the skin and causes pain when pressure is applied. Corns are very common. Women, rheumatism and diabetes patients are particularly affected. Where … Corns (Clavus): Causes, Treatment, Prevention
If you love your feet, you should take care of them. But the supporting pillars of the human body are often neglected. Not only optical impairments such as calluses and fissures are possible consequences, but also more serious damage such as ingrown nails or athlete’s foot. Foot care for diabetics In diabetics and other chronically … How to do Proper Foot Care
Cornea not only looks unsightly, but can also lead to unpleasant discomfort and pain for many affected individuals. Often infections can lead to inflammation, so that for some people a regular treatment of the cornea is inevitable. Here the question arises for these persons, which home remedies can be used for the treatment of a … Home Remedies for Calluses
Effects Keratolytic: soften and loosen skin, nails and calluses Indications Depending on the substance and dosage form: Acne Scab Corns, calluses Warts Dandruff Active ingredients Allantoin Benzoyl peroxide Urea Potassium iodide ointment Lactic acid Resorcinol Retinoids Salicylic acid, e.g., triple ointment, salicylaseline Selenium disulfide See also Cuticle cream
Calluses, which are flatter than corns, are usually formed on heavily used areas of the foot, such as the heel or ball of the foot, and sometimes on the hands during heavy physical work (such as chopping wood or construction work). They are a protective mechanism with which the skin reacts to recurring strong pressure … Home Remedies for Calluses
Products Resorcinol (resorcinol) is present in a few liquid and semisolid drugs. It is also used in the preparation of extemporaneous preparations, but is controversial because of its adverse effects. Structure and properties Resorcinol (C6H6O2, Mr = 110.1 g/mol) exists as a crystalline powder or as colorless to faint grayish-pink crystals with a sweetish odor. … Resorcinol
Symptoms Corns are usually round, clearly demarcated, and hard thickenings of the skin that occur primarily on the toes over the bones due to excessive keratinization. In the center there is a cone-shaped core of keratin. It is not a skin condition. Corns are primarily an aesthetic problem, but can also lead to pain and … Corns
Effects Corn patches are keratolytic, which means that they dissolve the cornea and soften it. This allows removal after a few days. Active ingredients The patches contain keratolytics; usually salicylic acid, lactic acid, or combinations. The keratolytics may be embedded in a foam ring, which further relieves pressure. Indications Corns Dosage According to the package … Corn Plaster for Removal and Treatment of Corns
Salicylic acid is an aromatic compound with antimicrobial, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, and anticoagulant effects. The compound occurs naturally in numerous plant species, but today it can also be produced synthetically. Salicylic acid is known primarily as the starting substance for the production of aspirin. What is salicylic acid? Probably the best-known pharmaceutical application of salicylic … Salicylic Acid: Effects, Uses & Risks
Products Lactic acid is available as a pure substance in pharmacies and drugstores. It is found in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and medical products, including wart remedies, corn remedies, vaginal care products, skin care products, and callus removal products. Structure and properties Lactic acid (C3H6O3, Mr = 90.1 g/mol) is an organic acid belonging to the α-hydroxycarboxylic … Lactic Acid
Symptoms Hallux valgus (“crooked toe”) refers to a deformity of the big toe that deviates outward at the metatarsophalangeal joint. It is based on a deviation of the metatarsal bone towards the inside. Due to this malposition, sometimes severe pain, pressure and friction complaints, swelling, inflammation, corns, calluses as well as sensory disturbances develop as … Bunion (Hallux Valgus)
Pedicure is a medical foot care to maintain the health of the skin of the foot with special attention to toenails and calluses. In many cases, it is performed foot care at home under their own direction. Professional foot care by trained professionals is called podiatry. What is pedicure? Pedicure is a medical foot care … Pedicure: Treatment, Effect & Risks