warts, warts, warts!
As we enter into the warm weather season, “wart season” (as I like to call it) is also upon us. What is a wart? More specifically, what is a …
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What is a bunion?
A bunion is a bump on the side of the big toe joint. The bump is actually a bone (the first metatarsal) sticking out because it is crooked. This …
Heel pain, and its root cause
Heel pain is one of the most common complaints that we see in our practice. Usually, the underlying cause is plantar fasciitis. There is a tight band under the …
Cortisone Injections: Myths Busted
Often times, we may recommend cortisone injections for your foot and ankle pain. Cortisone is a substance that occurs naturally in your body to regulate inflammation. When there is …
Wives Tales – nail fungus demystified
At least once a day, one of my patients that have nail fungus will tell me that they heard soaking their nails with various household products will kill their …
Topical anti-fungal creme shows promising results for HIV research
I treat many patients who have fungal infections in the nails. A wide range of treatment options are available, one of them being topical anti-fungal medicine. One of the …