Please share an interesting fact about dealing with an ingrown toenail.

Many dont realize: A dr can make the issue go away permanently..

Ignore: Permanent corrections for recurrent ingrown toenails provide much better long term relief.

Ignore: See a podiatrist for ingrown nails. Many need to be removed but some can be treated with clipping.

Ignore: Tight shoes can cause nail to curl into the toe and lead to an ingrown nail problem.

Ignore: Do trim your toenails straight across and keep at moderate length- so they're even with the tips.

Ignore: If you tend to get ingrown toenails, consider getting your nail care done at a podiatrist's office.

Ignore: No fun! Let it grow out beyond edge and it may turn up! If very short,tends to imbed - inflame.

Ignore: Soak in warm Epsom salts water twice a day. If advanced, may need partial nail removal.

Ignore: Wearing tight shoes with extended walking can cause an ingrown nail.

Ignore: The best way to deal with an ingrown toe nail is to see a podiatrist.

Ignore: I recommend clipping edge of toenail as it grows into skin then shove piece of cotton under edge.

Ignore: Do not trim your toenails too short as this can increase your risk for this condition.

Ignore: Avoid tight shoes,trim the nail properly .soaked in warm water with epsilon salt doctor if infected.

Ignore: These generally respond to warm soaks - usually occur in people who bite or pick their toes.

Ignore: If painful soaked in warm water with epsilon salt trim nail carefully avoid tight shoes keep clean.

Ignore: Soak your foot in warm water for 5 minutes, then apply antibiotic ointment and a bandage .

Ignore: Don't cut too deep into the corner of the nail and never tear a piece. Make a clean straight cut.

Ignore: You doctor or podiatrist may remove the toe nail.

Ignore: Most ingrown toenails involve the outside or lateral border of the great toe. Go figure.