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  • Male
  • 35 Years
  • 07/02/2025

I'm dealing with a corn on my foot, and I'm a bit concerned about it. Could you suggest the most effective treatment options available? I'm also curious if there are any good home remedies I could try.

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Dr. Dr Anshul Maheshwari

Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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  • MBBS
  • 5+ Yrs
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Visit Surgeon for its excission and use soft heel footwear to avoid excission

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