Please share thoughts on fifth toe lister corn treatment options

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Hi,

I've noticed throughout my entire life that both my pinky toes have lister corns ("second nail growth") on the outer edges of the nail bed. As I began wearing dress shoes and being more physically active, I've noticed that the growth has been more pronounced even after debriding. In fact, I even feel more discomfort when walking or placing pressure on my toes. Could someone please look at my pictures and provide suggestions as to a potential course of action, i.e. surgery-condylectomy/just live with it/use padding? Also, the condition on my right pinky toe has gotten to the point where a noticeable split has formed, aside to the corn..possibly from too much pressure during exercise?

Sorry for the laundry list, but questions that I have:
1) Will a condylectomy fix the split on my toe?
2) How much does a condylectomy procedure typically cost for one toe?
3) Will removing the entire toe nail to allow for a new nail to grow fix the problem?
4) Will a condylectomy lead to any permanent losses in motor functions of the foot?

I haven't had time to speak with a podiatrist yet, but I figured I should learn about other people's experience first. Please help, also please see my pictures of my right pinky toe.

I know there are bigger problems in the world, but lister corns suck =(. Many thanks.