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Ingrown toe nail
In my right foot toe there is swelling and pain. Nail grown inside the skin.
What to do and suggest the treatment.
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Partial mail excision with reconstruction
Don’t have to remove entire nail
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Excision if not getting cured is the best option.Visit a surgeon.
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Dr. Ankit Mishra
GastroIntestinal Surgeon
11 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hello!
This needs proper surgical attention. Are you a diabetic? If yes, then you have all the more reasons to visit a surgeon immediately.
Your nail can be very well preserved and yet you can be cured with a minor procedure.
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Consult a surgeon or podiatrist
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Dr. Mohammed Jameel Ahmed
General Surgeon
28 yrs exp
Nagpur
The reason being u have cut nail in excess
So the New coming one / corner is being pushed inside
Try dressing if no improvement then visit a Surgeon for further management
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