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Is it possible to get out an ingrown toe nail by yourself?
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Yes but...: It's possible to get out an ingrown toenail. What you want to do is trim that part of the toenail that is digging into your skin so the pain goes away and it doesn't get worse. However, you shouldn't try to remove the toenail yourself.
Answered 11/20/2012
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Removal...: ...Is the only permanent solution. Just the painful border can be removed, or the entire nail if necessary. After removal you can let the border grow out again, or your doctor can use a chemical to stop the nail from regrowing. If you're concerned, don't perform bathroom surgery on yourself. That can lead to an infected ingrown toenail, which could require antibiotics.
Answered 12/9/2013
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