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Ingrown
Toenails
An ingrown toenail is
caused when a toenail
grows sideways into the
bed of the nail, causing
pain and swelling. The nail
can sometimes exacerbate
and become infected,
creating serious drainage.
There are many risk factors that can predispose a
person to this common condition. Cutting your nails
too short, participating in sports, diabetes, being
overweight, or having a fungal infection of the toe
can all cause an ingrown toenail. The condition can
often be related to genetics, as many people are
genetically predisposed to ingrown nails. More often
than not, the problem can arise from wearing ill-
fitting shoes or from shoes that keep the feet
slightly damp.
To prevent ingrown toenails, allow your toenails to
grow a little longer and avoid cutting them too
short. If you do develop an ingrown nail, soaking the
toe in hot water will help prevent infection and
lessen pain. You may want to add antibiotic soap or
Epsom salts to the water, which will provide further
protection against infection.
There are many quick treatments available for
ingrown toenails that can lessen pain and have you
walking with comfort. If your pain is so severe that it
keeps you from everyday activities, however, a visit
with your podiatrist is necessary.
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