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I have had an ingrown toenail for the longest time, but i have had an infection in it for about 4 months. i get a throbbing pain and cannot walk on it. what should i do?

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Dr. Barry Press answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Get it treated: See a podiatrist or surgeon. You need antibiotics and removal of the ingrown nail from the infected area. This will not get better without appropriate treatment.

Answered 12/2/2013

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Get to a : Podiatrist you need the ingrown toenail removed and possibly to be on antibiotics. A baseline xray may be in order as well.

Answered 10/30/2016

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See a surgeon: To remove the nail either temporarily if not permanently. Nothing else will help.

Answered 3/1/2016

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

See a professional: Leaving an ingrown nail untreated could lead to the development of an abscess and possible underlying bone infection. Get it taken care of by a professional to avoid preventable complications.

Answered 3/18/2014

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