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I think i have a corn on my finger on the joint. it's on my right hand pointer finger. what do i do? how do i get rid of it?

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Dr. Charles Gordon answered

Specializes in Adolescent Medicine

Corny ?: Question is how did it arise. Do you carry a heavy bag with your fingers curled around the handle? In any case I would see a dermatologist who can make the correct diagnosis of a corn or a wart and go over with you the ways of getting rid of it without injuring the underlying joint.

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Answered 8/19/2015

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A member asked:

I think i have a corn on my finger on the joint. it's on my right hand pointer finger. what do i do? how do i get rid of it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Gordon answered

Dr Brand agreed

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