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A member asked:
Why do podiatrists dig in the nail when removing ingrown toenails and does that not cause more pain by digging in?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
One must remove: All granulation tissue or the problem will be more likely to recur.Ur toe should be completely numb during procedure
Answered 1/13/2014
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If it hurts...: The offending toe can easily be anesthetized so the painful nail border can be removed painlessly!
Answered 2/4/2014
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Removal of border: The doctor may need to get into the corner to get the ingrown nail out. Your pain may be minimized by use of a cold spray or use of a local anesthetic.
Answered 3/9/2014
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