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What do to for an ingrown toenail that became infected and pussing and a small red lump is now coming from the cuticle. ?

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Infected in grown: toe nail. Need to see your Doctor or a Podiatriast for the nail removal and drainage of pus.with or without antibiotics

Answered 11/10/2018

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Dr. David Hettinger answered

Specializes in Podiatry

It may hurt, but...: There is a small piece of nail still embedded in the corner. You need to get that out. If you can't get it out on your own, a podiatrist can. Sometimes this can be done without numbing the toe, but often, anesthesia is necessary. If it is a chronic condition, there is a very successful surgery that can be done to permanently correct the problem.

Answered 9/13/2018

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