L80-L99: Other disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
L84: Corns and callosities
If the skin comes under pressure for a long time, the body forms thicker skin in those places. This thickened skin is called callused skin. Callused skin is tougher than normal skin and is supposed to protect the relevant places from further pressure. Skin usually becomes callused in places where you can easily feel the bones beneath the skin. Hands and feet are often affected.
If further pressure is put on the callused skin, the tough, callused skin can become irritated. The places affected may become inflamed and be sore.
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