Charlotte University Foot Doctor Explains the Causes of Plantar Warts
September 6, 2017
Plantar warts are small warts that appear on the bottom of your foot. Although they usually don’t cause pain and will disappear on their own, you can lower your risk for developing plantar warts by understanding the causes and symptoms. Plantar Wart Symptoms The most obvious sign of a plantar...
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Avoid Spreading Plantar Warts to Others with These Tips from a South Park Podiatrist
August 22, 2017
Many people are familiar with plantar warts. For example, many people know the warts are uncomfortable, and the warts are also unsightly. However, did you also know that plantar warts are contagious? It’s true. Make sure you know all about plantar warts before putting yourself or others at risk. What...
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Is Ingrown Toenail Removal Surgery Painful? Ask a Concord NC Foot Surgeon
August 8, 2017
A toenail is said to be ingrown when the nail grows in to the skin of the toe. In most cases, ingrown toenails affect the big toe. Ingrown toenails can be painful, especially when they get infected. An infected toenail sometimes fills with puss and is often slightly swollen and...
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Don’t Let Athlete’s Foot Get You Down | Ask a Harrisburg NC Podiatrist
July 25, 2017
Athlete’s foot, otherwise known as tinea pedis, is a form of fungal infection that usually affects a person’s skin on their feet and hands, as well as toenails. The reason the infection got its name is that it frequently affects athletes or those who participate in a lot of physical...
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6 Causes of Heel Pain & How our Ballantyne Podiatrist Can Help
July 11, 2017
The heel is your foot’s largest bone, and it’s easy to accidentally overuse or injure it. Depending on the cause, heel pain may range from mild to immobilizing. If you’re experiencing severe heel pain, you should visit your local foot doctor as soon as possible for treatment. Here are six...
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Why Do Toenails Thicken As We Get Older? Ask a Charlotte University Foot Doctor
June 20, 2017
Graying hair and wrinkles are two of the most common things people think about when it comes to aging. Our bodies go through many changes as we get older. If you’ve ever noticed that older people tend to have thicker toenails, you may have wondered why do toenails thicken as...
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