When you have an infected ingrown toenail how do you know if you've broken the infection? been soaking it in peroxide, and i have clear yellow pus.

Still infected: Any drainage means it is still infection, see your doctor asap!

Until you get that: Ingrown toenail out, you won;t likely succeed. If there is pus there it is still infected. If you see the podiatrist they will be able to remove the ingrown toenail and place you on an antibiotic to get rid of your infection quicker than you could ever do thru soaks.

Pain and redness rso: Most ingrown toe nails require removal of the offending nail border to resolve. Soaking once this is performed should consist of white vinegar( 2 tps), epson salt and 1 quart of warm water in a clean basin. Yellow pus is an indication of a staph. Infection. You should see a podiatrist, .

None of following: Pain, redness, dranage or swelling. Pus is not a good sign.