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Can your toes rubbing against shoes cause any damage?

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Can cause corns...: Corns are callouses on the toes and are caused mainly by shoe irritation over a period of time. They can just be trimmed by a podiatrist, but will usually come back. The real cause is bony enlargement or malpositioning of the toe. There is a real simple surgery to smooth off the underlying bone and the corn should go away permanently. You can also have your shoes stretched or wear wider shoes.

Answered 9/5/2017

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It could: Blisters and bruised corns can lead to infection, and the pain caused by them may alter your walking and ability to wear proper shoes. See a podiatrist for help.

Answered 11/2/2013

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