how do i fix an ingrown toe nail?

Question

What can I do to eliminate an ingrown toe nail?

Answer 1

In office procedure: This is generally an in office procedure. The toe is numbed with a local anesthetic and then special instruments are used to cut out the ingrown portion of the nail. Depending on the status of the ingrown nail (ie infected, chronic, etc) a permanent ablation of the cells that produce the nail to that side may be considered.

Answer 2

See a podiatrist: A podiatrist can fix this problem.

Answer 3

No: An ingrown nail undercuts the skin and usually is painful and can get infected. The pain is a warning that you have a problem. The nails need trimming to eliminate the sharp edge and very hot foot soaks can be helpful you podiatrist can assist in this and probably has a cure.

Answer 4

No: Over the counter numbing medications do not penetrate deep enough to affect the nerves that supply the entire digit.

Answer 5

Your choice: It really is up to you - however, not all primary care physicians perform this procedure. I would recommend that you see if there is a podiatrist near you that can evaluate your problem and can likely perform any procedure that may be indicated the same day.

Answer 6

Podiatrist: A podiatrist is the doctor that treats feet.

Answer 7

Yes...: Ingrown toenails can be 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. One should always try to cut the nails strait across to avoid leaving an embedded nail spicule. If pain or redness continues get it looked at by a professional.

Answer 8

Podiatrist: He is the doctor who will get it out for you

Answer 9

If it is infected: Or has penetrated the skin enough to make for a little drainage or pus , have it done professionally. It will hurt a lot less and heal much faster than if you go the do it yourself route. Don't be penny-wise and pound-foolish.

Answer 10

Control infection: Soak in salt water or domeboro solution. Wear a sandal or open toe shoe. If redness progresses go to your podiatrist.

Answer 11

Depends on severity: And treatment performed. Often you can return to work immediately, depending on what type of work activity you do. Sometimes may require a day or 2 off.

Answer 12

Depends on job.: After a toenail removal you'll probably want to be in open toed shoes or loose-toed shoes for several days, up to two weeks. If your job allows for this (desk job?) you could go back the very next day if your doctor agrees. If you're on your feet and have a very active job, you may want to take a few days off.

Answer 13

It depends ..: If it's just inflammation around an ingrown nail, you may be able to get away with warm soaks for around 10 minutes 3-4 times per day. But if you have discharge coming from around the nail or progressive swelling possibly suggestive of a developing abscess(collection of white blood cells) then you may require drainage. If you are having red streaking up the toe/foot or fevers, seek urgent care.

Answer 14

Home remedy: Try this: For several days in a row, soak your foot for 15 minutes in very warm water, then use the tip of a nail file to gently lift up the ingrown part of the nail. You might notice a spiky part of the nail that's dug into the edge of the toe. That's the culprit. Don't cut the nail! That could make the situation worse. The big toe nails should be cut straight across to prevent the problem.

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