ingrown toenails is a very common problem that primarily affects the big toe. They are caused by the growth of the lateral margin of the skin of the tip of the nail. abnormal extension of toenail pushes the surrounding skin, causing discomfort. normal growth of the tip should be vertical or outward toward the tip of your finger.
The medical term for an ingrown toenail is onychocryptosis. Symptoms of an ingrown nail is painful, often painful,
nail folds varying degrees of redness, swelling, and sometimes bright yellow, or drainage. Ingrown toenails are
often resolved without medical treatment. complex cases may require medical treatment.
the lateral growth of the nail acts as a foreign body and poke or pressed into a small piece of skin from the outer edge of the foot. This can cause the skin is broken, causing inflammation and possibly infection. The inflammation often causes more thickening of the nail fold of skin will exacerbate the problem. protruding nail
to push into the skin, causing further injury and pain.
Which nails are most commonly affected? toes are most commonly affected sites. Others can rarely be ingrown nails. Nails can rarely be affected. What causes ingrown nail infections? Bacteria and fungi can easily infect the foot of the skin and nails. The foot is warm and moist environment is a breeding ground for many types of infections, including aureus, Pseudomonas, Candida, and Trichophyton. It 'important to deal with any secondary infections
as a result or after ingrown toenails. What are the possible complications of ingrown toenails? ingrown toenails can lead to deeper tissues, bacterial infection (cellulitis), localized infection of the nail fold (paronychia), and scarring of the nail fold and the skin. How to take care of an ingrown toenail at home? #
Use heat absorbed for 10 minutes two or three times a day flare.
Useful options are absorbed: a diluted white vinegar (about 1 part vinegar to 4 parts water) 2 3 Epsom salts footbath very dilute Clorox bleach (about 1 / 3 teaspoon of Clorox in a bucket of water or a half a cap Clorox bath full of water) # Raise the leg and foot. # Gently remove the excessive growth of skin after soaking the affected nail. # Slide a thin cotton thread or dental floss (tape) under the nail tip helps remove the nail from the skin. # Cut toenails straight (not too short),
and to avoid the curved edges.
When should I see a doctor? It is important to consult a doctor for ingrown toenails that are very painful, infected or not improved after five to 10 days of conservative home care. Signs of infection include the expanding areas of redness or a red line that extends from the tip. The signs of cellulitis (infection of the tissues) include swelling, redness, throbbing and pain. yellow or green drainage from the wound is also a concern and may require drainage and antibiotics. Diabetic patients or patients with weakened immune systems should consult a doctor immediately.
What kind of doctor treats ingrown toenails?
