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Dry callus - due to the presence of an intradermal rod formed by an accumulation of dead skin keratinocytes, it is sometimes defined as an internal callus. Although this is not an official medical term. [1]
Causes of the internal callus
The reasons for the appearance of such calluses, as well as the main risk factors for thickening of the stratum corneum of the skin, in which a core internal callus is formed on the foot, in the heel, on the toe or hand, are detailed in the publication - Callus: causes, structure and treatment
In addition to this material, in the articles:
- Dry corns on the legs with and without a shaft
- Dry callus hurts: what are the reasons and what to do?
The pathogenesis of core (internal) callus, its key symptoms and the most frequent consequences and complications are considered. Here you can find out how they are diagnosed.
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Treatment of the internal callus
To learn how to remove an internal callus and what remedies exist for internal calluses, as well as what surgical treatment is used to get rid of an internal callus, [2]read in detail in the following publications:
Prevention
One of the ways to prevent the formation of internal (core) corns is to reduce body weight (that is, reduce the mechanical load on the feet), as well as comfortable shoes, for details, see - How to choose the right shoes
Forecast
If the solution to the problem with callus is started on time and the treatment is carried out correctly, you can get rid of it once and for all.