Plantar warts, which are caused by a viral infection, are also quite common. These warts are circular and very flat on the surface, as they mostly extend deep under the skin. They are treated in a manner similar to corns. Another common causes of red bumps is athlete's foot, which is a fungal infection often found between the toes. This is treated by hygiene, such as keeping the shoes clean and the feet dry and also often with a topical or oral antifungal medication, depending on the advise of your doctor.
Thyroid function tests are blood tests which help to check the function of the thyroid gland. They are mainly used to detect hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).
Results. A parathyroid hormone (PTH) blood test measures the level of parathyroid hormone in the blood. The test is used to help identify hyperparathyroidism, to find the cause of abnormal calcium levels, or to check the status of chronic kidney disease.