Definitions
- Referring to a thickened area of skin on the foot caused by pressure or friction. - Describing a painful corn on the foot that can be caused by ill-fitting shoes or abnormal gait. - Talking about a small, localized area of hardened skin on the foot that can be treated with various remedies.
- Describing a thickened and hardened area of skin caused by repeated friction or pressure. - Referring to a protective layer of skin that forms over an injured or irritated area. - Talking about a rough and toughened area of skin that can develop on hands, feet, or other body parts.
List of Similarities
- 1Both heloma and callus are thickened areas of skin caused by pressure or friction.
- 2Both can be painful or uncomfortable depending on their location and severity.
- 3Both can be treated with various remedies, such as padding, orthotics, or topical creams.
- 4Both can be prevented by wearing properly fitting shoes and avoiding repetitive motions or pressure on the affected area.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Heloma is typically found on the foot, while callus can develop on various parts of the body.
- 2Cause: Heloma is often caused by ill-fitting shoes or abnormal gait, while callus can result from repeated friction or pressure.
- 3Appearance: Heloma is usually smaller and more localized than callus, which can cover a larger area of skin.
- 4Treatment: Heloma may require more specialized treatment, such as trimming or removal by a podiatrist, while callus can often be managed with over-the-counter remedies.
- 5Severity: Heloma can be more painful and uncomfortable than callus, especially if it is located on a weight-bearing area of the foot.
Remember this!
Heloma and callus are both thickened areas of skin caused by pressure or friction. However, heloma is typically found on the foot and can be caused by ill-fitting shoes or abnormal gait, while callus can develop on various parts of the body and may result from repeated friction or pressure. While both can be treated with various remedies, heloma may require more specialized treatment and can be more painful and uncomfortable than callus.
