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Expert Care for Ingrown Toenails

An ingrown toenail, medically known as onychocryptosis, occurs when the edge or corner of the nail grows into the surrounding skin. This condition most often affects the big toe but can occur on other toes as well. At Urgent Care for Feet, we provide expert treatment for ingrown toenails to relieve pain, prevent infection, and restore comfort.

Symptoms of Ingrown Toenails

An ingrown toenail can cause:

  • Pain, irritation, or tenderness along the nail edge
  • Redness and swelling around the toe
  • Clear or yellowish discharge (a sign of early infection)
  • Pus drainage if the infection worsens

Left untreated, ingrown toenails can progress into serious infections that may affect deeper tissues or even the bone.

Who Is at Higher Risk?

Certain conditions increase the risks of complications from ingrown toenails, including:

  • Diabetes
  • Poor circulation in the feet
  • Nerve damage (neuropathy)

For these patients, even a mild ingrown toenail should be treated promptly by a podiatrist.

Preventing Ingrown Toenails

Simple preventive steps can help reduce the likelihood of recurrence:

  • Trim toenails straight across (not too short)
  • Ensure toenail corners remain visible after trimming
  • Wear shoes with a roomy toe box to avoid pressure
  • Practice good foot hygiene

Treatment for Ingrown Toenails

While mild cases can sometimes be managed at home, professional care is necessary if symptoms worsen. At Urgent Care for Feet, our podiatrists provide:

  • Safe trimming or partial removal of the affected nail
  • Drainage of infection if present
  • Antibiotic treatment when required
  • Guidance on proper nail care to prevent recurrence

Urgent Care for Ingrown Toenails

Delaying treatment for an ingrown toenail can allow infection to spread, sometimes reaching the bone and causing severe complications. Seeking urgent care ensures immediate relief, prevents the problem from escalating, and helps protect long-term foot health.

At Urgent Care for Feet, we provide same-day evaluation and treatment to relieve pain and keep you on your feet safely.

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Why Urgent Care for Feet

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We can treat 90% of cases seen in an emergency room for a fraction of the cost.
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We provide on site x-ray that is designed specifically for foot and ankle.

Frequently Asked Questions

An ingrown toenail is a condition where the nail grows into the soft tissue of the toe.

Ingrown toenails are typically caused by improper trimming, tight-fitting shoes, or toe injuries.

Common symptoms include pain, redness, swelling, and sometimes infection around the affected toenail.

Some ingrown toenails can resolve on their own, but others may require treatment.

To prevent ingrown toenails, trim nails straight across and wear proper-fitting shoes.

People with curved nails, toe deformities, or those who often wear tight shoes are more prone to ingrown toenails.

Untreated ingrown toenails can lead to infections, abscesses, and in rare cases, bone infections.

An ingrown toenail is diagnosed through a physical examination of the affected toe.

Soaking the foot in warm salt water and wearing loose shoes can help relieve pain and discomfort from an ingrown toenail.

If there’s severe pain, swelling, pus, or redness that spreads, it’s time to see an urgent care professional for the ingrown toenail.

While minor ingrown toenails can benefit from home remedies, it’s essential to be cautious and avoid aggressive self-treatment.

Individuals with diabetes or other medical conditions should seek medical advice promptly for ingrown toenails to avoid complications.

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