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Is it possible for you to lose a toe from ingrown nail?
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Infection: Yes, if the ingrown nail causes an infection that goes untreated particularly in a diabetic, smoker, or someone who is immunocompromised, amputation could be the end result.
Answered 11/18/2013
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Yes: If it is ignored and infection sets in and it is not treated.
Answered 11/19/2013
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