Ingrown Nail
Known Symptoms
- Localized pain, redness, and swelling around the nail edge.
- Pus discharge or formation of granulation tissue.
- Discomfort increases when wearing tight shoes or walking.
- Recurrent infection may develop in chronic cases.
Known Causes
- Tight-fitting shoes causing pressure on the nail margins.
- Incorrect nail trimming, cutting edges too rounded.
- Trauma or repeated injury to the toenail.
- Fungal infection or genetically curved nail shape.
Care
- Trim nails straight across and wear roomy footwear.
- Soak the affected toe to reduce inflammation and pain.
- Topical antibiotics for superficial infections when present.
- Partial or complete nail removal is recommended for recurrent or severe cases.
- Localized pain, redness, and swelling around the nail edge.
- Pus discharge or formation of granulation tissue.
- Discomfort increases when wearing tight shoes or walking.
- Recurrent infection may develop in chronic cases.
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