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What is Ingrown Toenail?

If you have a very minor condition of ingrown toenail, you can most likely remove the nail yourself. But if you are experiencing some discomfort and pain, it may be best to visit your primary physician or get yourself treated from an experienced San Miguel Urgent Care doctor. Going to a doctor for ingrown toenail removal is especially important if you have suffered some type of injury that affected one or both of your feet because it may result in multiple ingrowns simultaneously.

Many factors may increase the risk of ingrown toenails, such as:

• Wearing tight socks or footwear (this can push the nails into the flesh)

• Cutting/trimming toenails too short

• Cutting/trimming toenails in a straight manner or a jagged pattern

• Improper posture while running or walking

• Poor hygiene

• Excessive sweating

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Ingrown Toenail Symptoms

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The early symptoms of an ingrown toenail can include:

• Swelling

• Redness

• Hardness

• Soreness

• A small amount of pus may also be present

• Tenderness of the corner of the nail

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Ingrown Toenail Treatment

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It’s important to seek ingrown toenail treatment as soon as the symptoms of pain and swelling appear. Waiting or ignoring the symptoms can lead to infection and other complications. This especially goes for people who have nerve damage in the foot/leg, or diabetes.

If you don’t see any infection yet, you can do the ingrown toenail removal at home or have someone else do it for you. But remember, this is only advised if you have the courage of pulling the nail out yourself.

Start by soaking the affected foot in warm water to soften the tissue and the nail. Repeat this at least 3 times a day and then gently push the skin away from the nail using a clean cotton bud. Avoid wearing any tight-fitting socks and shoes, and preferably wear flip-flops or sandals during this time. You can also take ibuprofen or acetaminophen or any other over-the-counter pain medication to reduce the pain.

If there is no improvement in the symptoms within 2-3 days, visit a doctor to get the ingrown surgically removed. San Miguel Urgent Care clinics are fully-equipped to cut the nail and relieve the pressure on your foot as soon as you walk in – no appointments necessary.

Depending on your case, the doctor will decide whether to just remove the nail or also remove a portion of the underlying tissue especially if it’s filled with pus. Ingrown toenail removal – also known as wedge resection – is a minor procedure and the doctor will apply anesthesia before starting the ingrown toenail treatment. Laser, chemicals, and other methods are used for this procedure.

Swollen and painful, an ingrown nail should be treated promptly as it can produce more health issues – not to mention anxiety and discomfort – if left unaddressed. Visit an San Miguel Urgent Care walk-in clinic for early diagnosis and proper ingrown toenail treatment.

Do You Need Ingrown Toenail Treatment?

If your home treatment didn’t work or the toenail looks infected, it’s time to seek professional assistance. At San Miguel Urgent Care, this condition can be treated through a minor surgical procedure and a course of oral antibiotics to help prevent or fight off infection. Your doctor may also recommend a preventative procedure to lower the chances of reoccurrence.

If you or a loved one has developed an ingrown toenail and no amount of home remedies have seemed to work, we can help. Our licensed physicians will see you for an evaluation and ingrown toenail treatment on the same day as you walk in the clinic. You don’t need to make an appointment and there are no long waiting times. Just walk in and receive the medical attention you need within a matter of minutes.

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