Effective Relief from Painful Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown Toenail Treatment in Manchester
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What Are Ingrown Toenails
Ingrown toenails occur when the edge of a toenail grows into the surrounding skin, causing pain, swelling, and sometimes infection. They are most common on the big toe but can affect any toenail. Many people experience ingrown toenails at some point in their life, and they can range from a minor nuisance to a significant source of discomfort that makes walking or wearing shoes difficult.
What Do Verrucae Look Like?
Verrucae often appear as small, rough, and grainy growths. You may notice a central core surrounded by hard skin, often with tiny black dots (which are clotted blood vessels). Some verrucae form as a single lesion, while others develop in clusters known as mosaic warts.
Because they can be mistaken for corns or calluses, professional diagnosis is important especially if the lesion is painful, growing, or persistent.
What causes ingrown toenails?
An ingrown toenail can develop for several reasons. The most common is incorrect nail cutting, especially trimming nails too short or rounding the edges, which encourages them to grow into the skin. Tight-fitting shoes or socks can also put pressure on the toes, worsening the problem. Injuries, repeated trauma (such as from sports), or naturally curved nails can also increase the risk.
The first signs of an ingrown toenail often include redness, tenderness, and swelling along the nail edge. If left untreated, the area may become infected, leading to increased pain, pus, or warmth around the toe.
How We Treat Verrucae at Foot Forward Podiatry
At Foot Forward Podiatry, we provide both conservative solutions for ingrown toenails. In mild cases, gentle nail care, pressure relief, and proper footwear advice can be enough to resolve the problem. If the ingrown section is persistent or infected, we may recommend referring you for a partial nail removal procedure, sometimes with a chemical application to prevent regrowth in that area. This is done under local anaesthetic and provides long-term relief.
Why Choose Professional Verrucae Treatment?
If you notice increasing pain, swelling, signs of infection or if you have a health condition that affects healing, book an appointment promptly. Early intervention can prevent the problem from worsening and get you back to pain-free walking sooner.
When to See a Podiatrist
– You should consider seeing a podiatrist if your ingrown toenail is:
– Painful when walking or standing
– Not improving after weeks of home treatment
– Causing your toe to become red, hot and swollen.
– Affecting your quality of life.
– Affecting your daily activities, sports, or comfort
If you have diabetes, poor circulation, or a weakened immune system, we recommend treating an ingrown toenail by yourself and seeking professional care from the outset.
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At Foot Forward Podiatry, we combine gentle, effective treatment with long-term prevention advice to help keep your feet healthy and comfortable.