I've been having a lot of pain in my toenails, especially around the edges where they're swollen. It really hurts whenever I touch them. Could you tell me what might be going on and what I could do to treat it?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

MBBS
3+ Yrs

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Thats unusual,visit General Physician for appropriate approach.and maintain balanced diet and healthy lifestyle

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Consult a Podiatrist

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Answered 04/07/2025

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How do I handle ingrown toenails? Every time I cut my nails, it hurts so much. Is surgery the only option or are there other ways to deal with this?

dermat opinion is advised.

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I'm having a lot of pain in my right leg because of an issue with my thumbnail. I can't even touch it or trim the nail because it's gotten under the skin. What should I do to fix this?

Ingrown toenails can be quite painful; consider consulting a doctor, preferably a dermatologist

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I'm using Salactin paint for the corn on my foot, but it's not helping much. There's still some pus and pain. What's going on, and what should I do next?

Thats unusual,visit General Physician for appropriate approach.and maintain balanced diet and healthy lifestyle

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