Remove Corns – Or Suffer With Them

Oftentimes, when we see something unattractive, our first impulse is to get rid of it. Such is the case with corns. Seeing them growing on our toes, we immediately want to remove corns. The truth is, we need to understand why they exist.For the most part, corns exist as a means for our body to protect itself from consistent friction. Our body’s system is built in such a way that certain reactions are generated by specific happenings, to alert us to possible damage. Why else do we throw up when we get food poisoning? Similarly, corns develop to prevent us from further pain and possible injury caused by constant friction or pressure.Sometimes without intending to, we place our feet under too much pressure by wearing shoes that are either too high or too tight. Sometimes even both. Ergo, the corns.Contrary to popular belief, however, it is not necessary to remove cornsunless you are suffering so much pain that wounding yourself would be preferable. In this case, you need to see a doctor who will advice you on the best way to prevent or remove corns.There are many ways to deal with corn problems. The best way is always prevention. Always wear shoes that are comfortable and fit you right; not too tight and not too high. If you already have corns, you can always go for the proper home treatment.Home treatment is a good alternative. It saves you cash and the agony of getting a doctor to remove corns. Applying lotions and moisturizers on the affected area will help. You may also find stores that sell toe pads to protect your corn-riddled feet. A good long soak using a mixture of warm water and a cup of apple cider vinegar will also bring you great relief. You can even use a pumice stone to gently scrub the affected area to remove the dead skin. All these are great home remedies – and they work.So why remove corns when you can live with them?