I have a corn on my small toe, I have for years. During this time, I have used corn removers and razors (yes, I know, a BIG no, no) to remove it. It just keeps coming back. This time, it hurts. The last time I cut it, was about two weeks ago, it's been hurting ever since. What should I do. It's not swollen or infected.

- Chennell

Dear Chennell,
You might of cut too deep. I always tell patients to avoid "bathroom medicine" because it only leads to disasterous results. I recently treated a patient who was practicing bathroom medicine who developed a raging infection and needed to be admitted to the hospital for IV antibiotics. I would recommend that you have that toe evaluated by a Podiatrist to make sure that it is definately not infected and to discuss treatment plan and alternatives for your case.

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SBarlizo, DPM, C Ped
foot.com expert