Will natural remedies help in getting rid of heel corn?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am an 18-year-old, and I have corn on my heel. I used corn caps, but it did not help. Could you suggest some other treatments?

Please help.

Answered by Dr. Alka

Education:

BAMS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Alka is a dedicated Ayurveda Specialist with expertise in holistic and evidence-based Ayurvedic treatments. Her areas of focus include digestive disorders, stress management, skin conditions, lifestyle-related ailments, and chronic pain. She combines traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern insights to offer personalized care that promotes long-term wellness and natural healing.

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Hello,

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Corn is a collection of dead skin cells with a hard center. You can try the following home remedies for corn removal:

  1. Dip your feet in lukewarm water for 10 to 15 minutes and then try to remove the corn with the help of a pumice stone or skin file. You will need to do this several times to remove the corn.
  2. You could use a corn cap again.
  3. The main cause for the formation of corn is constant friction of the sole, so ensure you wear comfortable shoes.
  4. If in a few days, you do not get relief, then consult a general surgeon to get it excised.

Review after three weeks.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.

Answered by Dr. Alka
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At June 5, 2017
Reviewed At August 30, 2024

Education:

BAMS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Alka is a dedicated Ayurveda Specialist with expertise in holistic and evidence-based Ayurvedic treatments. Her areas of focus include digestive disorders, stress management, skin conditions, lifestyle-related ailments, and chronic pain. She combines traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern insights to offer personalized care that promotes long-term wellness and natural healing.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

BAMS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Alka is a dedicated Ayurveda Specialist with expertise in holistic and evidence-based Ayurvedic treatments. Her areas of focus include digestive disorders, stress management, skin conditions, lifestyle-related ailments, and chronic pain. She combines traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern insights to offer personalized care that promotes long-term wellness and natural healing.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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