Question 1

what happens if you have an ingrown toenail?

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It may hurt, but...: There is a small piece of nail still embedded in the corner. You need to get that out. If you can't get it out on your own, a podiatrist can. Sometimes this can be done without numbing the toe, but often, anesthesia is necessary. If it is a chronic condition, there is a very successful surgery that can be done to permanently correct the problem.

Question 2

what happens when you have an ingrown toenail for too long?  does it get badly infected?

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Treat Ingrown Nails: An ingrown nail will eventually cut into the skin and create a portal of entry for bacteria. Symptoms would include swelling, redness, drainage and pain. It is important to have the offending portion of nail removed asap, in order to prevent further spread of infection. This is an easy in-office procedure performed under a local anesthetic. Most podiatrists also use a cold spray prior to injection.

Question 3

how do you know if you have an ingrown toenail?

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Pain: Nail that curves into the cuticle is considered ingrown.  Cut toenails straight across so that the corners are visible and overhanging the skin to prevent ingrown nails.

Question 4

i have an ingrown toenail, what can i do?

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See a podiatrist: You might make the problem worse trying to dig them out yourself in terms of increased pain or infection.

A podiatrist can give you fast pain relief.  If this is a recurrent issue, there are permanent procedures that keep this from bothering you again in the future.

Question 5

how can i tell if i have an ingrown toenail?

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You asked!!: That shouldn't be a big problem. Ingrowns usually start with a little pain, redness and swelling. They are generally found on the corners of the big nails, but can affect any nail. Untreated, they quickly can become infected. The nail area now becomes more swollen, redder and a lot more painful. In time, drainage, including serous fluid, pus and necrosis begins to stink to high Heaven. Helped you?

Question 6

i have an ingrown toenail, it has an odor, what can i do for it?

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Infected Toenails: Given that it has an oder and i presume  pain  this common condition known as a paronychia needs treatment that may include toe nail surgery and antibiotics.  Soaking the sore toe in epsom salts may help soften up the abscess and allow some drainage.

Question 7

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 8

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 9

how can you know if u have an ingrown toenail?

Accepted Answer

See below: Ingrown nails are usually painful especially when there is pressure applied to it.  Sometimes you can see the nail edge pressing into the skin or there may be redness, swelling and infection.

Question 10

does it hurt to have an ingrown toenail removed?

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Not really: The worst part of the procedure is numbing the toe which requires 2 pin sticks and injection of anesthesia

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