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A 23-year-old female asked:

Hi, i have a corn on my foot and it hurts me when i touch it or walk, i was to the gp and he said that i need to see a specialist.what can i do?

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Dr. Ahmad M Hadied
Dr. Ahmad M Hadiedanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 51 years experience
Let me advise you: I believe if the gp could not handle your problem this means it is beyond his expertise you should go to podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon.
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