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If you get part of the toenail removed to treat an ingrown toenail are you able to walk after?
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Walking: Yes you can walk after an ingrown toenail procedure. However it is adviseable to keep foot elevated for 12 hrs to reduce bleeding.
Answered 5/11/2014
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Yes: Make sure you do not wear a tight shoe the day of the procedure. Afyer anesyhesia wear off, the area might be quite tender.
Answered 8/15/2012
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Not only: Can you walk, you are likely to walk more comfortably.
Answered 9/28/2016
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