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Picture of Corns

A corn is a build-up of hard skin near a bony area of a toe or between toes. Corns may be the result of pressure from shoes that rub against the toes or cause friction between the toes. Proper care is necessary if you have a corn.

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Reviewed by Melissa Conrad Stöppler, MD on October 17, 2008

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Text: WebMD Medical Reference in collaboration with The Cleveland Clinic - Diabetes and Foot Problems