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Riaz Bagha,
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B. Sc Podiatric Medicine, M.Sc., D. Ch. Foot Specialist / Chiropodist
INGROWN TOE-NAILS
Why do I have an Ingrown Toe-nail?
You may have injured the toe, cut the nail incorrectly, but most likely: you have a "pincer-nail" or a nail which has increased curvature from side-to-side. This type of nail will in-grow from time to time. The nail tends to increase in curvature as you age, so your nail may become ingrown more frequently with the passage of time.
Another reason why the nail becomes ingrown is if you have a bigger toe than normal (more "pulpy" bulbous toe) and the nail has difficulty to grow outwards.
Can it be treated?
Certainly. However, note that simple removal of the ingrown piece of nail is not a "cure". The nail may ingrow again as the nail continues to grow day-after-day.
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Is there a more lasting treatment?
Yes. This is via either a partial or total avulsion nail surgery. Do not worry, you shall have a 'freezing' injection to numb the pain. It is a fairy simple procedure, done in the office. Your Foot Specialist will explain the procedure if you want to undergo nail surgery.
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