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Ingrown Toenail?
A condition where the edge of the toenail grows into the surrounding skin, often causing pain and infection.
Will medicare pay for treatment of an ingrown toenail?
will Medicarepay for ingrown toenail
What is commonly known an ingrown toenail?
An ingrown toenail occurs when the edge of the toenail grows into the skin instead of over it. This can cause pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes infection. Proper nail cutting technique and wearing comfortable shoes can help prevent ingrown toenails.
What is the most effective treatment for an ingrown toenail?
The most effective treatment for an ingrown toenail is surgery. You need to remove the sides of the nail from the cuticle in order to stop regrowth from curling back in.
Is ingrown a action verb?
No, ingrown is not an action verb. It is an adjective- as in ingrown toenail. Ingrown describes what type/kind of toenail malady. It can also be used as a noun as well. Refer to webster's online dictionary. This will help more.
When the corner of a toenail grows into the flesh of the nail bed?
it's an ingrown toenail
Is it bad if puss comes out of under your toenail?
not if you have an ingrown toenail... then it is perfectly normal
Why do toenails stop growing?
actually your toenail can stop growing due to toenail fungus or in some cases ingrown toenails. with the ingrown toenail the nail is actually growing but unfortunately its growing into your toe under the skin. toe nail fungus will cause discoloration and will in some cases cause the nail to completely stop growing. you should see a doctor asap both can require surgery if left untreated
What is wrong with your big toe is while sore just below the nail?
It sounds like you may have an ingrown toenail, where the nail grows into the surrounding skin. This can cause pain, redness, and swelling. You may need to see a doctor to have the ingrown toenail properly treated to prevent infection.
Does ingrown toenail surgery hurt?
During ingrown toenail surgery, you will be given a local anesthetic to numb the affected area, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. However, you may experience some discomfort or pressure. After the surgery, you may feel some pain or soreness as the anesthetic wears off, but this can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain medications.
Why do ingrown toenails hurt?
Ingrown toenails hurt because what is happening is that your toenail is penetrating the skin. when anything penetrates your skin it will hurt. The toenail will press on nerves in the toe. another reason that it hurts is that it is infected. The way to treat an infected ingrown toenail is to remove the toenail from the opening in the skin with nail trimmers then soak the toe in warm salt water. Hope this helps!!
Curved Toenail?
A condition where the toenail curves inward or downward, often causing discomfort or leading to ingrown nails.
