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Corns and Calluses

Corns and calluses are areas of thick skin, usually on the hands and feet. They happen because of repeated pressure or friction. Read about treatment.

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Definition

Corns and calluses are areas of thick skin, usually on the hands and feet. They happen because of repeated pressure or friction. Read about treatment.

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Corns and Calluses
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