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How long should i wait before going back to work after my ingrown toenail is removed?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Philip Chao answered

Specializes in Radiology

You can go back: Right away. At least i did.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 5/8/2019

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Nail: What do you do? You can return when it is healed enough to do your job without making the wound worse. Every day should get better. Ask your doc.

Dr Bader agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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