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Corns and Callosities Learning Center

Corns and calluses are thickened layers of skin caused by repeated pressure or friction.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 10, 2009
A corn is a small, painful, raised bump on the outer skin layer. A callus is a rough, thickened patch of skin.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
A corn is an overgrowth of skin on a bony prominence, usually occurring on the feet and toes. It manifests as a rough and painful bump. A callus is a rough, thickened lump of dead skin that is usually painless. It may be found on the feet, the han...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
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