An in-growing toenail (also called ingrown toenail) happens when the edge of your toenail grows into the skin around it, usually on the big toe. This can cause pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes even infection. When home remedies like soaking your foot or wearing comfortable shoes don’t work, surgery might be needed to fix the problem.
●Pain and tenderness: Especially when you press on the toe or wear shoes.
●Redness and swelling: The skin around the toenail becomes inflamed.
●Infection: The area might feel warm, look red, or even ooze pus.
●Difficulty walking: The pain can make it hard to move around comfortably.
You should see a surgeon if:
● The pain is severe and doesn’t go away.
● Home treatments haven’t worked.
● There’s an infection that keeps coming back.
● The toenail is causing you a lot of trouble in daily life.
●Prevent complications: If left untreated, an in-growing toenail can lead to serious infections or even bone infections.
●Permanent relief: Surgery can fix the problem so it doesn’t keep happening.
●Expert care: A surgeon can safely remove the part of the nail or complete nail causing the issue and guide you on proper aftercare.
At The Yash Clinic, we are committed to delivering Excellence in Surgeries across a wide range of specialties, including General Surgery, Laparoscopic Procedures, Gastrointestinal Treatments, and Laser Proctology.
