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Is having a toe operation to cure an ingrown toenail effective?

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Yes: A properly performed permanent removal of an ingrown toenail is extremely effective and permanent, less than 2% of permanently removed ingrown nails ever recur.

Answered 12/19/2014

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Dr. Payam Rafat answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Good results: If a permanent removal procedure such as matrixectomy or a phenol and alcohol procedure is performed appropriately the recurrence rate is relatively low.

Answered 1/7/2014

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Dr. Thomas Inwood answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Ingrown nail: Yes - this a very effective with a very low regrowth rate as stated. See your podiatrist with confidence

Answered 1/7/2014

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