Although an ingrown toenail is very common, many individuals don't truly understand what it is. The simplest explanation is a condition where a spike, shoulder or serrated edge of the nail has grown into the skin, usually at the nail edges. It usually produces significant pain and may become inflamed, red, shiny and tense (Paronychia) with swelling of the toe.
Common causes of ingrowing nails include:
The medical term is onychocryptosis or encurvation of the nail border into the skin. The diagnosis is simple and can be done even at home by answering these three questions:
L
L
Start saving time and money while still improving your health!
© 2023 Dr Brandt Gibson, LLC,
Mountain West Foot & Ankle Institute, PLLC
& Dr Brandt R Gibson
All Rights Reserved
Privacy Policy | Terms of Use
an Influence Incubator Original
© 2023 Dr Brandt Gibson, LLC,
Mountain West Foot & Ankle Institute, PLLC
& Dr Brandt R Gibson
All Rights Reserved
Privacy Policy| Terms of Use
an Influence Incubator Original