A callus is a hard, thickened patch of skin that develops due to repeated friction or pressure, most often on the palms of the hands or soles of the feet. It differs a corn which is an inward growth ...

Calluses are annoying but serve a purpose Photo: Getty Images In summer, it’s often a matter of appearance, but even with closed shoes, calluses on the feet are an issue. Some find them uncomfortable ...

While not always a cause for concern, corns and calluses may need to be removed if they’re causing persistent pain, says Nicole Nicolosi, DPM, a foot and ankle surgeon in the Orthopedic Institute at ...