Question 1

what do to for an ingrown toenail that became infected and pussing and a small red lump is now coming from the cuticle. ?

Accepted Answer

Infected in grown: toe nail. Need to see your Doctor or a Podiatriast for the nail removal and drainage of pus.with or without antibiotics

Question 2

what doctor can i see about ingrown toenails in my hand and finger?

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Dermatologist: A podiatrist's license only allows treatment of the feet. You may find a dermatologist who will tackle both.

Question 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

how can i get rid of an ingrown toenail?

Accepted Answer

See a podiatrist: They will give you local anesthesia and remove it.

Question 7

can i take sulfamethoxazole for a ingrown toenail?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: If there is no infection, taking an antibiotic will not help and and grown toenail. The signs of infection due to an ingrown toenail, are redness, pain and swelling of the area.

Question 8

i need some tips on how to prevent ingrown toenail?

Accepted Answer

Avoid "cutting out": Try and trim them straight across, avoid tight and pointed shoes, see a podiatrist for possible corrective procedure.

Question 9

can i go to a gp to get an ingrown toenail removed?

Accepted Answer

Ingrown nail: Yes you can but a podiatrist would offer the best chance of successful treatment

Question 10

ingrown toenail hurting at base of toe, what do i do?

Accepted Answer

See your podiatrist: Sounds like you might have an infection. The ingrown part of the nail probably has to be removed.

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What do to for an ingrown toenail that became infected and pussing and a small red lump is now coming from the cuticle. ?

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What doctor can i see about ingrown toenails in my hand and finger?

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How do i fix my ingrown toenail?

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Should i leave my ingrown toenail untreated?

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

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How can i get rid of an ingrown toenail?

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Can i take sulfamethoxazole for a ingrown toenail?

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Ingrown toenail hurting at base of toe, what do i do?

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