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There are several ways that an ingrown nail can develop. In many cases it is hereditary, meaning that it runs in your family, so if you know family members with this problem then you have a chance of gaining the same issue. Trimming the nail incorrectly can also result in an ingrown nail. This will [...]
Elderly people might develop an ingrown toenail if they have trouble maintaining their nails, or wear ill fitting shoes. If an elder has an ingrown, they might have trouble walking or putting on their shoes. They might also experience pain and risk contraction of an infection until they are treated. If you are an elder [...]
One of the causes of ingrown toenails is heredity. So if you or your family members have had problems with ingrown toenails, it would be better to be wary of the signs as well as prevention of ingrown toenails on your baby. The most common symptom of ingrown toenails is redness and swelling of the [...]
When choosing the type of treatment, there are factors to consider. The first one to consider is pain. Ingrown toenails may cause different levels of pain depending on its severity. A simple ingrown may cause mild discomfort. A worse case may make it unbearable to take a step. Next, you should check for infection. Redness, [...]
For minor cases of ingrown toenail, you can treat them at home with topical antibiotic creams and over the counter pain medicine. Soaking the infected toe also helps to soften the area and get that nail to grow properly above the skin. A nail that is growing into the skin causes a great deal of [...]
An ingrown toenail is when part of the toenail grows into the sides of the skin of the toe. This causes swelling, pain, and in some cases, infection on the toe. For a minor case of ingrown toenail, people usually go to salons to have it simply cut away. Some people cut and remove the [...]
Ingrown toenails are common in people with diabetes. This is because Diabetes can damage the nerves and decrease blood flow to the feet. Improper foot care may result in amputation. Ingrown toenails should be taken care of immediately because it can cause an infection. If you have Diabetes, nerve damage, or poor circulation, you are [...]
You may have noticed that some people naturally have more of a tendency to develop ingrown toenails than others. This is because ingrown toenails are thought to be controlled largely by a genetic component and can be hereditary, meaning the predisposition runs in families. However, there are some behaviors that promote the development of ingrown [...]
You may have noticed and wondered why those who have nail fungus end up developing ingrown toenails, and vice versa. When you consider how these two conditions occur, the co-occurrence ends up making a lot of sense. An ingrown toenail is when one or both edges of the nail grow into the skin and flesh [...]
An ingrown toenail develops when the toenail begins growing into the skin that surrounds the nail causing great pain and discomfort in the toe and foot. This condition is typically caused by tight footwear, improper nail cutting, and trauma to the toe. Symptoms of an advanced infection include odor, pus, and a fever. When the [...]