Question 1

how long does it take for a toenail to grow back after ingrown toenail removal?

Accepted Answer

Several weeks: The toe will grow at regular speed.  If you just had part of your nail resected then wait for it to start to heal and get rid of infection.  Then it will grow back over several weeks.  Keep it clean.  Avoid infection by always using clean socks.  Eat healthy and avoid smoking.  Hope this helps.

Question 2

skin around toe black 2months after ingrown toenail  removal. is that normal or should i go back to dr?

Accepted Answer

If your concerned: Enough to ask.....You need to go back....Black discoloration could possibly be discoloration fromo silver nitrate, scab, blood within skin or possibly melanoma so should have it looked at.

Question 3

how do you know if your toes are infected 2 weeks after ingrown toenail removal?

Accepted Answer

Pus: If you have redness, pain or pus coming out of your nail, then you have an infection. Clear yellow/orange/red fluid is okay, however, if you have cloudy fluid, that indicates an infection. Follow up with the doctor who has done the removal for further evaluation. You may need more antibiotics.

Question 4

is it normal for left side of toe where numbing medicine was injected, to still feel sleep 2 weeks after ingrown toenail removal?

Accepted Answer

Sensation: You had an ingrown toenail and the local anesthetic worked well.  2 weeks later it still feels numb.  Chech this for sensation.  If you can feel hot and cold.  Hard and soft etc then it is most likely fine.  The nerve block usually wears off the same day.  The pain and theobbing are the most common complaints.  Keep the area clean and dry.  Make sure the toe has full range of motion no redness.

Question 5

is it normal after ingrown toenails removal surgery years ago toenails have since been very thick and hardly grow at all. noticed buildup of something in the slits that use to have the sides of the nail. its not dirt? very confused if this is normal?

Accepted Answer

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a podiatrist. Wish you good health!

Question 6

how can i heal quickly and well after an ingrown toenail removal surgery?

Accepted Answer

Keep wound clean: After the procedure, follow your doctors orders to keep the wound clean and free of drainage and dead tissue.  Clean daily with soap and water and apply ointment as prescribed.

Question 7

is it normal for my toe to hurt so much after an ingrown toenail removal?

Accepted Answer

Pain is normal: Pain is expected after ingrown toenail removals.  Having said that, pain is typically controlled with over the counter medications such as tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin and subsides after a few days.  If you are concerned with your pain level, you should get in touch with the physician who performed the procedure.

Question 8

how long should i wait to exercise (run, swim,) after a full ingrown toenail removal? are there any low impact activities i can do?

Accepted Answer

Check with your md: After the wound looks stable it should be fine to resume exercising.  Check with your surgeon but it would typically be over a 5-10 day period.

Question 9

what to if i am having ingrown toenail removal. what to expect?

Accepted Answer

It's not a big deal: Have the doc lay you down before the procedure, makes a world of difference.

Question 10

i want to be put under a general anaestetic for ingrown toenail removal iv being under befor for it so will they do it again?

Accepted Answer

Surgeons choice: General anesthesia has much greater risks involved than local injections in an office setting.  If you are very anxious IV sedation is another possibility. Totally up to the anesthesiologist and your surgeon.

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How long does it take for a toenail to grow back after ingrown toenail removal?

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Skin around toe black 2months after ingrown toenail removal. is that normal or should i go back to dr?

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How do you know if your toes are infected 2 weeks after ingrown toenail removal?

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Is it normal for left side of toe where numbing medicine was injected, to still feel sleep 2 weeks after ingrown toenail removal?

A member asked:

Is it normal after ingrown toenails removal surgery years ago toenails have since been very thick and hardly grow at all. noticed buildup of something in the slits that use to have the sides of the nail. its not dirt? very confused if this is normal?

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How can i heal quickly and well after an ingrown toenail removal surgery?

A member asked:

Is it normal for my toe to hurt so much after an ingrown toenail removal?

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How long should i wait to exercise (run, swim,) after a full ingrown toenail removal? are there any low impact activities i can do?

A member asked:

What to if i am having ingrown toenail removal. what to expect?

A member asked:

I want to be put under a general anaestetic for ingrown toenail removal iv being under befor for it so will they do it again?

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