The Ingrown Toenail Care Specialist
in Saint-Léonard and Dollard-des-Ormeaux

Causes and symptoms of ingrown toenail

Ingrown toenail is a condition that frequently grows on the rim of the big toe. It is often the result of improper cutting of the nail. It is characterized by the penetration of part of a nail into the surrounding skin.

This causes different problems, namely pain, swelling and redness. The ingrown nail generally evolves in three phases. It begins with the appearance of a simple redness and a slight swelling. Subsequently, it gets worse and causes severe inflammation, especially in diabetics.

Ingrown toenail is most commonly found on the rim of the big toe

Treatment in response to your case

The use of diabetic foot care is also necessary if the symptoms persist. I am at your entire disposal at my clinic in Dollard-Des Ormeaux, in Montreal, for any medical prescription. If there is resistance to medical treatment, surgery also allows you to treat the nail as quickly as possible.

While waiting for the consultation, be sure to maintain good foot hygiene and control your shoes which can cause ingrown toenail genesis.

Wearing too small shoes is one of the causes of ingrown toenail