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I had an ingrown toe nail a couple of weeks ago and my mom got it out. it was fine for a week. and then last night, i woke up at 2 am with horrible pain in my toe. i turned on the light and it was infected. the only thing i can think of that may have caus
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Get to a specialist: serious infection and it requires prompt treatment.
Answered 3/4/2015
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Need to visit doc: You will have to see a podiatrist to treat the ingrown nail. In the meantime soak your foot in warm water and Epsom salt for about 15 minutes, dry the toe, apply some antibiotic cream to the area and cover with a bandaid.
Answered 3/15/2015
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