I have had ingrown toenail for a couple of months. the past month i haven't had swelling or pain but the nail is yellow. how can i fix this?

Get evaluated: A visit to your local podiatrist is a smart choice. Office procedure to remove, repair your ingrown toenail. It is important to get care, as this problem can easily become a serious infection with risk for toe loss.

Could be fungus: Ingrown toenails can be caused by fungus under the nail. This can turn it yellow as well. Time to see a podiatrist and get it looked at.

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.

Many possibilities.: Some causes of nail discoloration include trauma due to tight shoes, infection, and medication side effects. You should try wearing shoes with a higher wider toe box. Get the feet inspected by a professional to determine the cause of the problem, as treatment varies depending on the diagnosis.