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I got a temp. ingrown toenail removal done today. my podiatrist didn't say whether to wash it or not. can i today?
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You can call : And ask, if that's not possible, I'd wait till tomorrow as if you remove a freshly changed bandage it is possible the toe may start to bleed. So if you wait a day, that will likely not happen.
Answered 5/15/2014
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Call your podiatrist: I usually recommend patients wait 24 hours before changing the bandage and washing the toe. However, I have not seen your toe. I recommend you call your podiatrist and ask.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Yes: soap and water then apply an antibiotic cream. Put a bandage on if it's weepy
Answered 10/25/2014
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