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Skin & Nail Library
Browse our expert guides to skin and nail conditions, including corns, calluses, cracked heels, ingrown toenails and more. Find practical, podiatrist-led advice to help keep your feet healthy.
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Can You Treat an Ingrown Toenail at Home? (What a Podiatrist Recommends)
Wondering if you can treat an ingrown toenail at home? Learn which home measures are safe, what to avoid and when it's time to see a podiatrist for expert treatment.

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Aug 205 min read


White Spots on Toenails: Causes, Treatment and What They Mean
Noticed white spots on your toenails? Learn the common causes of white nail marks, when they may indicate a fungal infection and when to seek professional advice.

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Jul 54 min read


Why Are My Heels Cracking? Causes, Treatment and Prevention
Wondering why your heels are cracking? Learn the common causes of cracked heels, treatment options and simple ways to keep your feet healthy and comfortable.

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Jun 224 min read


Why Do My Feet Sweat So Much? Causes, Treatment and When to Seek Help
Wondering why your feet sweat so much? Learn the common causes of sweaty feet, practical ways to reduce excessive sweating and when to seek professional advice.

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Jun 184 min read


Why Do My Feet Smell? Common Causes and How to Get Rid of Smelly Feet
Wondering why your feet smell? Learn the common causes of foot odour, practical ways to reduce smelly feet and when it may be time to seek professional advice.

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Jun 164 min read


Why Does Athlete's Foot Keep Coming Back?
Frustrated that athlete's foot keeps coming back? Learn the most common causes of recurring fungal infections, how to prevent reinfection and when to seek professional advice.

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Jun 154 min read


Is Hard Skin Bad? What You Need to Know About Hard Skin on Your Feet
Is hard skin on your feet something to worry about? Learn why hard skin develops, when it becomes a problem and how to manage it safely and effectively.

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Jun 154 min read


Athlete's Foot and Fungal Nails: Treatment, Management and Prevention
Learn how to treat athlete's foot and fungal nail infections, prevent them from returning and understand which treatments are most effective.

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Mar 256 min read


How to Treat Athlete’s Foot at Home
Learn how to treat athlete's foot at home with expert podiatrist advice on antifungal treatments, prevention and stopping it from returning.

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Mar 225 min read


Corns vs Calluses: What’s the Difference?
Learn the difference between corns and calluses, what causes them and how to treat and prevent thickened skin safely at home.
Understanding the difference can help you manage them more effectively and prevent them from returning.

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Mar 196 min read


How to Treat Cracked Heels at Home
Discover how to treat cracked heels at home with expert podiatrist advice on moisturisers, foot care and preventing heel fissures.
For many people, cracked heels develop gradually when dry skin builds up on the heel and eventually splits under pressure when walking or standing.

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Mar 186 min read


Fungal Toenails (Onychomycosis): Causes, Prevention and Treatment
Learn what causes fungal toenails, how to prevent fungal nail infections and the treatment options available to help improve nail health.

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Jul 24, 20246 min read


How to Treat Cracked Heels at Home: Podiatrist Advice for Dry, Cracked Heels
Discover what causes dry and cracked heels, how to treat heel fissures safely at home and when it may be time to seek professional advice.

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Jul 22, 20243 min read
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