An ingrown toenail—medically known as onychocryptosis—refers to a toenail that has grown into your skin. The top corner of the nail grows into the flesh, causing pain and inflammation. Most ingrown ...

For those who have them, ingrown toenails need little introduction. They occur when the corner of the nail grows and curves into the skin, the result of too-tight shoes, incorrect trimming or injury ...

It is estimated that more than 7 million American suffer from ingrown toenails each year. This condition spans all ages, from younger children to older seniors. Ingrown toenails occur when the corner ...

DEAR DOCTOR K: I have a painful ingrown toenail. Can I treat it at home, or should I leave it to a professional? DEAR READER: Ingrown toenails can really hurt. They are the best reason I know to ...

Ingrown toenails are common and occur when the toenail grows into the skin of the toe rather than over it. An ingrown toenail can become infected, as the nail can tear the skin and create an opening ...

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