Ingrown Toenail Symptoms
Signs of an ingrown toenail include:
- Pain and tenderness along one or both edges of the nail
- Redness and swelling around the nail
- Warmth in the toe
- Drainage or pus if infection sets in
- Overgrown skin around the nail edge
How we treat it
For mild cases, we may recommend warm soaks, protective padding, and guidance on trimming nails straight across to prevent recurrence. When the nail edge is embedded, we can gently lift or remove just the ingrown portion right in the office — typically with minimal discomfort, and most people feel relief almost immediately.
If you get ingrown nails over and over, we offer a simple in-office procedure — done with local anesthesia — that keeps the troublesome nail edge from growing back. If infection is present, we treat that promptly as well. And we’ll show you the trimming and footwear habits that help keep the problem from returning.
When to see a doctor
- Spreading redness, increasing pain, or pus
- Severe pain that makes wearing shoes difficult
- You have diabetes or poor circulation — don’t try to treat it yourself
- Ingrown nails that keep coming back
- The toe looks increasingly swollen or discolored
Don’t suffer through another day of toe pain. Call Jacksonville Foot & Ankle Clinic at (904) 731-1711 or book your appointment online — we look forward to caring for you and getting you back on your feet.https://jaxfootankle.com/
Learn more about ingrown toenails from Mayo Clinic.