Question
Dear Dr. Tsatsos:
I have had a plantar's wart on my left foot for quite some time.  I tried the duct tape remedy and it did shrink.  Recently it has become quite painful - I have noticed the skin surrounding the wart is becoming firmer.  Could you please tell me what is causing this and if there are any conservative measures to alleviate it?  Thank you so much for your time.
Sincerely,
Maria

Answer
These Chicago Podiatrists, Elmhurst Podiatrists & South Loop Orthopedic Podiatrists say.......

Dear  Maria,

The lump sounds like a callous that is caused by a metatarsal. See our website Anklenfoot.com for additional info on metatarsalgia.
http://www.anklenfoot.com/ThinkFeettradeOurLearningLibrary/ThinkFeettradeYourFee.
You can try to remove the callus by soaking and filing.
See your local podiatrist for treatment.

Dr George Tsatsos & Svetlana Zats
Podiatrist Chicago 60618 & Elmhurst 60126 Podiatrists
Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery & Orthopedics
New South Loop Location-Chicago 60661
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