Do I Need an Orthopedic Surgeon? Or a Podiatrist?

[m***@yahoo.com]

Hello. I am a 33-year-old male.

On my right foot, I have what I thought was a big callus. However, I
recently saw my dermatologist, and he said that part of what I have is
a callus and that the rest is a cyst.

He recommended that I see an orthopedic surgeon. I asked whether I
should see a podiatrist instead. The dermatologist said that he
believes that this is an orthopedic issue.

So, do I see an orthopedic surgeon? Or a podiatrist?

Thanks for any help.

[Joe Jared]

Post by m***@yahoo.com
Hello. I am a 33-year-old male.
On my right foot, I have what I thought was a big callus. However, I
recently saw my dermatologist, and he said that part of what I have is
a callus and that the rest is a cyst.

surgeon.

Post by m***@yahoo.com
He recommended that I see an orthopedic surgeon. I asked whether I
should see a podiatrist instead. The dermatologist said that he
believes that this is an orthopedic issue.
So, do I see an orthopedic surgeon? Or a podiatrist?

This is a no-brainer. Foot structure is one thing. A cyst involves
surgery.

[QX]

Post by m***@yahoo.com
Hello. I am a 33-year-old male.
On my right foot, I have what I thought was a big callus. However, I
recently saw my dermatologist, and he said that part of what I have is
a callus and that the rest is a cyst.
He recommended that I see an orthopedic surgeon. I asked whether I
should see a podiatrist instead. The dermatologist said that he
believes that this is an orthopedic issue.
So, do I see an orthopedic surgeon? Or a podiatrist?
Thanks for any help.

Either one. Find an ortho guy who specializes in foot/ankle surgery,
or a good podiatrist. If you are in a relatively large community, a
foot/ankle ortho will probably be practicing in a large group of
ortho's where they all have their own specialty areas.
Once they have an xray they will know if there is any underlying bony
issue causing the abnormality.