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Corn Removal
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Corn Removal: Pre-Op & Post-Op Care

Pre-operative care: Preparation before the Corn removal Procedure

Corn removal surgery is a minor, same-day procedure, done when non-surgical treatments fail to relieve pain from deep or persistent corns. Before the start of the procedure, the doctor or podiatrist will evaluate the patient’s medical profile

In the medical profile, the doctor reviews the symptoms of the patient and asks about the type of footwear and day-to-day activities. Also, pre-existing conditions like diabetes, which usually affect healing.

If a bone malformation is suspected as the cause of corn, an X-ray or computed tomography may be ordered. A biopsy is done to rule out other skin problems

A consultation with a podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon may be required in special cases with a structural foot problem as the root cause.

Intra-operative: Corn removal surgery Procedure

Corn removal surgery is a typical and straightforward surgery technique that lasts for about 30 to 60 minutes.

Firstly, the area around the corn is numbed with a local anesthetic to ensure a pain-free procedure.

The surgeon then uses a sterile scalpel or laser to carefully remove thick layers of skin and corn’s central core.

If the corn is caused by an underlying bone prominence or foot deformity, the surgeon performs a procedure like osteotomy to realign the bone and prevent recurrence.

The area is cleaned after the corn is removed. The wound is small and may not require stitches, unless the tissue was deeply involved.

A sterile bandage or dressing is then applied to the site.

Post-operative care: The recovery

Recovery from simple corn removal is fairly quick, but complex procedures may take a long time.

Pain management is usually done by over-the-counter medication, and elevating the foot for the first 24 to 48 hours to reduce the swelling.

Surgical dressing must be clean and dry. The patient should follow the doctor’s instructions on how to care for the wound, when to change the dressing, and when to remove stitches.

The patient should limit strenuous physical activity and avoid putting pressure on the treated area for several weeks.

The patient should wear comfortable, well-fitting shoes with a wide toe box to prevent recurrence. A surgical shoe or boot may be required for more involved surgeries.

The patient’s feet should be kept clean and dry to reduce the risk of infection.

The patients should watch for signs of infection, such as increased redness, swelling, warmth, or discharge, and should contact a doctor if they occur.

Regular check-ups should be done by specialists on the patient, and healing should be monitored to make sure the problem does not return.

Benefits of Corn Removal at Yashoda Hospitals

• Immediate relief
• Comfortable footwear
• Enhanced mobility
• Better foot function
• Correction of structural abnormalities
• Reduced recurrence
• Improved foot function
• Permanent removal
• Addresses deep-seated corns
• Quick pain-relief
• Freedom from pain
• Reduced risk of infection
• Overall foot-health