Well, after all the talk about the Infirmary, he probably thought a DIY job was preferable. I was in Castle Hill for 3 weeks, 2 years' ago and I can tell you if that is better than the Infirmary, then God helps us. The way an old lady next to me was treated, was deplorable. The treatment might be first-rate, but the "caring" left a lot to be desired. Rant, over!!
On a serious note, my gran ended up in Castle Hill and I don't think it was the best place for her to end her days from what I saw. My mum was treated at Hull Royal and Castle Hill and these places saved her life so I suppose it works both ways.
Try new shoes, clearly the old ones are too small lol ...oh, and cut your toe nails more often and when you do, cut them in a straight line, not round the toe shape...this stops the nail corners growing into the flesh.