Soaks: In mild cases soaks several times a day and use of dental floss to separate toe nail from nail fold may be sufficient. In severe cases surgical intervention may be required, including permanent nail ablation in patients with frequent recurrences.
Answered 9/28/2016
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It may hurt, but...: There is a small piece of nail still embedded in the corner. You need to get that out. If you can't get it out on your own, a podiatrist can. Sometimes this can be done without numbing the toe, but often, anesthesia is necessary. If it is a chronic condition, there is a very successful surgery that can be done to permanently correct the problem.
Answered 1/5/2014
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