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Frequent problems

Skin problems

Foot skin treatment is a common practice in podiatry. Because we wear socks and shoes for much of the day, the skin on our feet can be fragile and prone to various ailments. Excessive pressure can lead to excessive calluses. Your podiatrist will perform a thorough evaluation of your skin condition and ask you the right questions to establish an accurate diagnosis.

Skin treatments can include hygiene advice, foot care, prescription medication or minor surgery.

Don’t hesitate to make an appointment, our team will be delighted to take care of your feet.

Conditions

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Calluses

Callus is a thickened area of skin that forms in response to repeated pressure or friction.

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Corns (Durillons)

Corns, also known as plantar calluses, are thickened areas of skin that form on the sole of the foot.

Foot infection

A foot infection can be caused by a variety of micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi or viruses, and can affect the skin, nails or deep tissues.

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Foreign bodies in the skin

Foreign bodies are objects that penetrate the skin. They may include splinters, glass fragments, pins or other small objects.

Athlete’s foot (Tinea pedis)

Fungal infection of the skin of the feet, often caused by dermatophyte fungi.

Plantar warts

Skin growths caused by infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV).

Dry skin

Characterized by red, itchy, flaking and cracked skin.

Foot crack

A small tear or crack in the skin, often painful and liable to bleed or become infected.

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Diabetic foot

Diabetic foot is a complication of diabetes characterized by nerve and vascular damage that can lead to chronic ulcers, infections and, in severe cases, lower-limb amputations.