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What is a good antibiotic for an infected ingrown toenail?it recurred after a year. i forgot what meds i took before i had it partially removed.

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Dr. Nina Hall answered

Specializes in Surgery

See md: Unless you have md or np behind your name, recommend allowing your md to evaluate and make antibiotic recommendations based on severity of infection:).

Answered 4/27/2014

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Partial nail removal: Mark, typically, removal of the offending foreign body which in this case would be the toenail corner digging into your toe would solve the problem. Antibiotic treatment such as Cephalexin may temporarily quiet the infection. I hope that helps. Ethan bindelglas.

Answered 6/24/2014

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