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Area Of Dry Flaky Hard Skin On The Bottom Of
Question: Area of dry flaky hard skin on the bottom of mu big toe. Is this just callused skin?
This picture was taken after trying to scrub it off.
This picture was taken after trying to scrub it off.
Brief Answer:
Appears to be callused skin
Detailed Answer:
Hello, I'm Dr. Branch, thanks for using 'Ask a Doctor'. The picture does appear to be calloused or dry skin, if it feels rough and hard in that area, most likely it is a callus. It does not have the appearance of any kind of infection, including fungal, and to have eczema in this location would be unusual.
You can treat calluses or corns with salicylic acid pads, which you can get over the counter (Dr. Scholl's is one brand of them). Be sure to scrub away the dead skin like you have before applying the pads. You will typically place the pads for 2-3 days, and then replace as needed; it may take 1-2 weeks for these to resolve completely. I would expect this to resolve without problems, but if it persists, I would have a doctor take another look at it to confirm the diagnosis.
I hope that helps, please let me know if you have any other questions about that, and I would be glad to discuss it with you further.
Appears to be callused skin
Detailed Answer:
Hello, I'm Dr. Branch, thanks for using 'Ask a Doctor'. The picture does appear to be calloused or dry skin, if it feels rough and hard in that area, most likely it is a callus. It does not have the appearance of any kind of infection, including fungal, and to have eczema in this location would be unusual.
You can treat calluses or corns with salicylic acid pads, which you can get over the counter (Dr. Scholl's is one brand of them). Be sure to scrub away the dead skin like you have before applying the pads. You will typically place the pads for 2-3 days, and then replace as needed; it may take 1-2 weeks for these to resolve completely. I would expect this to resolve without problems, but if it persists, I would have a doctor take another look at it to confirm the diagnosis.
I hope that helps, please let me know if you have any other questions about that, and I would be glad to discuss it with you further.
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