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Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Last Updated: July 3, 2026
Lifestyle Modifications
To alleviate pain, prevent infection, and promote natural healing through self-care.
- Soak your foot in warm, salty water daily to soften the skin and reduce infection risk.
- Keep your foot dry for the rest of the day after soaking.
- Wear wide, comfortable shoes or sandals that do not compress your toes.
- Cut toenails straight across, avoiding cutting them too short or rounding the edges.
- Avoid picking at your toe or toenail, as this can worsen the condition or cause infection.
- Keep your feet clean and dry them thoroughly to prevent fungal or bacterial growth.
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Medicinal Treatment
To manage pain, reduce inflammation, and treat any bacterial infection.
- Take over-the-counter pain relievers like paracetamol or ibuprofen to manage discomfort and reduce inflammation.
- Receive antibiotics if your toe shows signs of bacterial infection, such as pus, redness, or warmth.
- Consult a pharmacist for advice on suitable pain relief and infection prevention treatments.
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Surgical Treatment
To permanently correct the ingrown nail, relieve pain, and prevent recurrence.
- Partial nail avulsion, where a podiatrist cuts away the ingrown part of the nail.
- Total nail avulsion, involving the removal of the entire toenail for severe or recurrent cases.
- Administration of a local anaesthetic injection to numb the toe before any surgical procedure.
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