Ingrown Toenail Treatment by Your Foot Doctor

Sharp stabbing pain at the ends of your toes?! Ingrown toenail affecting your walking?! Don’t ignore your toe pain! Seek medical care from your local foot doctor as soon as possible!

What are Some Common Causes of Ingrown Toenails?

Cutting the corners of nails instead of cutting them straight across
Wearing tight shoes
Onychomycosis (toenail fungus) or bacteria in the toenail
Toe injury
Cutting toenails too short
Genetics

What are Some At Home Ingrown Toenail Treatments?

Soaking the toe in Epsom salt
Applying topical antibiotics and/or antifungals
Massaging the toenail fold away from the toenail
Oral medication
Avoiding shoes that are too tight

When Should I See My Podiatrist?

If there are any signs of toe infection (warmth, redness, drainage, pus)
If pain does not go away quickly (Toe pain is not normal!)

Our Podiatrists (foot doctors) in Marietta, GA perform ingrown toenail surgery!

Author

Ryan Goldfine, DPM Dr. Ryan Goldfine is a board certified foot and ankle surgeon. He is a Marietta Podiatrist.

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