Suggest Treatment For Calluses On Feet

Posted on Mon, 4 May 2015

Question: I am 38 and never had what I consider grandma feet. In one winter, I the feet of a ninety year old woman. My heels are dry and I horrible callouses, what's wrong???? Oh and got a few stragglers on my chin (hairs) ugh

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Salicylic acid will help.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam.

I understand your concern.

The callosities in your case can be treated efficiently with salicylic acid topical liquid 40%.

Hydrate initially with petroleum jelly for 5 min followed by application of Salicyclic acid.

Pertaining to unwanted hair on the chin,I advise you to go for Laser permanent hair removal,which has great results.

Prednisone can cause unwanted hair.

Please take the prescribed medications under expert physician care.

Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Suresh Heijebu (55 minutes later)

Is there a brand/type recommded? Is this OTC or a script. Once again is this something that i should address furher with an office visit?

Answered by Dr. Suresh Heijebu (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Available as Compound W/Panscol.

Detailed Answer:
Hi Mam.

I understand your concern.

Salicylic acid is available under the brand name Compound W Or Panscol.

Its available as OTC.

Pertaining to laser ,you need to have an office visit.

Post your further queries if any.

Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar