INGROWN NAIL

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Definition: Ingrown or hang nail is a nail embedded in soft tissue that causes inflammation.

SYMPTOMS

• Painful toe or finger
• Inflamed and swollen around nail
• Purulent drainage (containing pus) from the side of the affected nail

SELF-TREATMENT

1. Warm soaks 3-4 times a day
2. Antibiotic ointment applied to area 3-4 times a day
3. Tylenol or Advil for discomfort

HEALTH SERVICE VISIT RECOMMENDED IF

1. No improvement after 2-3 days of self-treatment
2. Diabetics should be treated at Health Center
3. Recurrence of symptoms after 1-2 attempts of self-treatment