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Ingrown toenails are nails whose corners or sides dig into the surrounding skin. This leads to pain, redness, swelling and frequent infection. The big toe is the most common location for this condition, however it can occur on any toe.
Tight shoes or socks that lead to crowding of toes
Improperly cutting your nails
Trauma to the toe or nail
Heredity
Pain
Redness
Swelling
Malodor (bad smell)
Pus
Granuloma (red flesh that bleeds easily)
If area is painful and does not appear infected, you can try to soak your foot in warm water with epsom salt. You should not try to cut the ingrown nail out yourself as it usually causes the problem to become worse.
People with diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, or other circulatory disorders must avoid any form of self-treatment and and should make an appointment immediately.
You should make an appointment to see Dr. Hurwitz or Dr. Amin if there are any signs of infection (redness, swelling, pus).
If you have diabetes or poor circulation, you should seek immediate treatment at the first signs of an ingrown toenail, as it can lead to more severe complications.
Dr. Amin and Dr. Hurwitz will often have to remove a portion of the ingrown nail. If this is a chronic or recurring issue, a a procedure can be performed to permanently prevent ingrown nails.
Occasionally oral or topical antibiotics will be prescribed
Avoid tight shoes or socks that overcrowd your toes
Trim your toenails straight across and do not dig into the corners of the skin. Do not tear the edges of the nails.
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