What is an ingrown toenail?
Pressure from a nail edge against the surrounding skin can cause pain, redness and swelling. Footwear, injury and trimming technique may contribute. Discharge or increasing tenderness needs assessment for infection.
How is management chosen?
Care or a procedure is selected according to severity. Cutting deeply or digging into the nail at home can worsen the problem. People with diabetes or poor circulation should seek prompt assessment.
Diagnosis, treatment and follow-up
We provide diagnosis, treatment and follow-up. Your treatment plan is tailored to the dermatological examination and any investigations needed.
This content provides general health information. Diagnosis and individualized treatment require a medical assessment.