Question 1

can verrumal (fluorouracil, salicylic acid n dimethylsulphoxide) be used to treat calluses n corns besides warts?

Accepted Answer

Not effective.: Warts are caused by a virus that lives in the deeper part of the skin. Corns and calluses are a reaction of the skin to mechanical irritation, whether a pinpoint compression over a bony prominence for a corn, or excessive friction for a callus. Therefore the sal acid may burn the skin where a callus is, but the effect is temporary at best.

Question 2

when should a person with corn on his foot stop applying salicylic acid? or what are the sign of cure of corns on feet while using salicylic acid?

Accepted Answer

A corn is : Essentially dead skin accumulated secondary to friction. Acid burns the skin away. When you don't see the corn anymore then stop. I am nota fan of acid as it is easy to burn ones healthy skin so if you chose to do so, do it with caution. No diabetic should ever use acid.

Question 3

i had corn on my finger, i put corn bandage(salicylic acid). later it became soft, i removed it. later new skin developed, now the corns are back!

Accepted Answer

Recurrent corn: First of all, think about why did the corn form on your finger. Very likely there was a lot of stress on that part of your finger. Result is the corn formation. If you are still getting a lot of stress on that finger part, then you will get another corn despite your removing it earlier.

Question 4

what's a simple, cheap treatment for my calluses and corns?

Accepted Answer

Many: If you are healthy, there are over the counter treatments that are safe such as pads designed to thin the problem area and devices to thin the skin (pumice stone, etc.). It is best to use in or immediately after showering. Often, visits to the doctor every 3-6 mo. Will take away the pain by shaving the areas down (it doesnt hurt).

Question 5

i find things like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid spot treatments aren't helping my pimples fade faster. so, instead i use drying treatments. this does kind of help my breakouts, although it sometimes makes my face dry and itchy; suggestions?

Accepted Answer

: If persistent and bothersome- best to see a dermatologist

Question 6

i have got skin irritation from acne treatments  that had caused uneven skin tone on my face. can i know if it will subside on its own? i have been using aloe vera and also a serum that contains niacinamide,vitc,retinol,hyaluronic and salicylic acid.

Accepted Answer

Acne: What you're applying is ok and can add vitamin e cream daily as a regimen. Acne can scar too and can be permanent but usually fades out in time. The acne RX is a drying agent and can redden and dry the skin so avoid.
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Question 7

what is the treatment for red areas on face after overshooting it with salicylic acid?

Accepted Answer

Treatment: First: Stop using the salicylic acid. Use some nice emollients to sooth your skin.

Question 8

is salicylic acid treatment for ringworm?

Accepted Answer

Tinea corporis: Tinea corporis (ringworm) is a fungal infection of the skin generally characterized (intially) by a red raised round patch, followed by central clearing and an advancing border.  Treatment is with topical antifungals.   Salicylic acid is not a recommended treatment for ringworm.

Question 9

will salicylic acid used for dandruff treatment, damage color treated hair?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any acid treatment to the hair will strip off the color.  Look for a very specific dandruff treatment shampoo that is made for colored hair.  It will be expensive, but if you have gone to the time and expense to color your hair, you must pay for the products that will maintain your color.  This is along the same lines of not swimming in a chlorinated pool with colored hair...

Question 10

are there any special instructions for applying salicylic acid for treatment of plantar warts?

Accepted Answer

Planter wart: Area may be covered with the dressing or a Band-Aid for at least four hours

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Salicylic acid treatment for corn calluses

A member asked:

Can verrumal (fluorouracil, salicylic acid n dimethylsulphoxide) be used to treat calluses n corns besides warts?

A member asked:

When should a person with corn on his foot stop applying salicylic acid? or what are the sign of cure of corns on feet while using salicylic acid?

A member asked:

I had corn on my finger, i put corn bandage(salicylic acid). later it became soft, i removed it. later new skin developed, now the corns are back!

A member asked:

What's a simple, cheap treatment for my calluses and corns?

A member asked:

I find things like benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid spot treatments aren't helping my pimples fade faster. so, instead i use drying treatments. this does kind of help my breakouts, although it sometimes makes my face dry and itchy; suggestions?

A member asked:

I have got skin irritation from acne treatments that had caused uneven skin tone on my face. can i know if it will subside on its own? i have been using aloe vera and also a serum that contains niacinamide,vitc,retinol,hyaluronic and salicylic acid.

A member asked:

What is the treatment for red areas on face after overshooting it with salicylic acid?

A member asked:

Is salicylic acid treatment for ringworm?

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Will salicylic acid used for dandruff treatment, damage color treated hair?

A member asked:

Are there any special instructions for applying salicylic acid for treatment of plantar warts?

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