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Please tell me what happens with an ingrown toenail if you don't get it treated?
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See below: It could lead to a bad infection with loss of the toe.
Answered 1/2/2014
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Can get infected: This may lead to loosing the toe or even the foot in a relatively short time - see the foot doctor promptly!
Answered 2/10/2017
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