Question 1

how do i fix my ingrown toenail?

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Removal...: ...Is the only permanent solution. Just the painful border can be removed, or the entire nail if necessary. After removal you can let the border grow out again, or your doctor can use a chemical to stop the nail from regrowing. If you're concerned, don't perform bathroom surgery on yourself. That can lead to an infected ingrown toenail, which could require antibiotics.

Question 2

should i leave my ingrown toenail untreated?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: The only time to leave it untreated is if it not painful and there is no redness or sign of infection.

Question 3

i have an ingrown toenail, is it possible that it heals by itself?

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Ingrown toenail: Most ingrown toenails will not heal by them self without treatment. Soaking the toe in epsom salts an warm water may help to alleviate the discomfort but you should see your podiatrist for further evaluation if the area is red and swollen.

Question 4

how can i heal an ingrown toenail swollen area?

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See foot doc: Sometimes antibiotic may be sufficient, other times need partial nail avulsion.

Question 5

what to do if i have an ingrown toenail infected?

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Have it evaluated.: Ingrown toenails can be temporarily remedied through soaking your foot in warm water, removal of embedded debris from the nail borders, and applying an antibiotic ointment to temporarily soften the corners.  If you have continued pain, redness or drainage, get it looked at by a professional as you may need to have the ingrown nail border removed and you may need antibiotics.

Question 6

how do i prevent the return of an ingrown toenail?

Accepted Answer

Keep nail grooves so: Keep your nail grooves (side of nails) soft by utilizing moisturizer or cream/lotion daily.

Question 7

how can i stop an ingrown toenail from coming back?

Accepted Answer

Proper care: Cut toenail straight across, do not round corners. Wear proper fitting shoes and avoid trauma to area. Consult with podiatrist. Chronic recurrent cases can be treated with permanent removal of ingrown portion of nail.

Question 8

how could i cushion an ingrown toenail so i can jog?

Accepted Answer

See below: You can try to use some silicone padding but this will add bulk and my create more pressure. It would be best to see a podiatrist and have the ingrown removed.

Question 9

what should i do if i think my ingrown toenail is infected?

Accepted Answer

Soak/antibiotic oint: Soak in warm soapy water 15-20 min daily, trim the nail corner if easy access and you can see it well, rinse with hydrogen peroxide, blot dry, apply antibiotic ointment and a band aid. Continue until resolved. If chronic problems or an increase in redness, soreness or concerns, see your podiatrist. It is not a difficult problem to fix on a permanent basis if necessary. Dr l.

Question 10

i have a ingrown toenail and it hurts badly. what can i do?

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See Podiatrist: To get proper evaluation and treatment. This will require ingrown portion of nail to be cut out. In the mean time, try soaking and apply antibiotic cream/ointment. If ingrown is superficially and can be easily cut back, you can do this yourself but is deep nor difficult to do, get medical attention.

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