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Ingrown nail natural treatment

ingrown nail remedy
( 8 Jan 2008)

Natural treatment for ingrown nail-

Ingrown toe nail can be due to various reasons like dropping some heavy object on the toe nail, stumping your foot on a stone or wall, overgrowth of the skin which hinders the nail growth or improper nail hygiene or nail cutting.

  • Soak your foot with ingrown toe nail in warm water with a drop of baby shampoo added to it. After 15-20 minutes remove the foot and wipe the excess water.


    Then with the help of a nail filer remove the extra/dead skin which would be a cause to inhibit the nail to grow out.
  • Trim the excess or protruding nail but never cut them too short. Always cut the nails in a straight direction.
  • To give the toe some spaces to breathe avoid pointed or tight shoes or socks that press your toe nail. On the other hand wear sandals that are open from the fingers of your toe.
answered by Dr S on 18 Jan 2008, 12:40:48

 

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