Gout is painful inflammation of a joint as a result of build up of crystals within the joint. The crystals are made of uric acid, a substance that is found in many foods and usually excreted by the kidneys.
A callus, or tyloma, on the foot is caused from repeated pressure and friction, leading to the build up of thickened skin. The callus, which be may hard, dry or cracked, acts to protect the area underneath it.
Nail fungus, or onychomycosis, is an ailment that plagues 10% of the world’s population. Onychomycosis causes toenails to become yellow or discolored and if not treated, will cause them to become brittle and thick and separate from the nail bed over time.