Let’s talk about ingrown toenails. I believe that anyone who has ever had one knows that it hurts to the point of almost shedding tears. And how much pain and suffering? Especially if there is pus and it breaks again, I don’t have to tell you how much suffering it will be. Today we try to get to know each other about this symptom of ingrown toenails. 

What is an ingrown toenail?

Ingrown toenail, also known as an ingrown toenail It is caused by the tip of our nails digging into the nail crevices. This causes the skin in that area to become inflamed and swollen and red. And especially if left for a long time without immediate treatment, This will cause tissue to grow, making walking even more painful. If the soreness is so great that pus flows out, some people may even have to remove their nails.

What causes ingrown toenails?

1. People who like to wear high heels or shoes that squeeze our feet too much As a result, when the new nail grows, it will poke into the flesh.
2. People who like to cut their nails too close to the skin As a result, when the new nail grows, it will be pressed deeper into the flesh, causing more inflammation.
3. It is caused by an accident such as kicking a chair or hitting a table, causing the nail to tear and stick itself into the nail crevice.
4. There is fungus growing on the nails.
5. Too much vitamin A can also cause ingrown toenails.

Symptoms of people with ingrown toenails

1. Initially there will usually be slight redness and swelling and pain when touched.
2. When it starts to get worse, you will feel pain or a lot of pain without touching anything.
3. Pus flows from the ingrown toenail area, making it easily infected.
4. Nails will become thicker. I felt so much pain that I couldn’t put on my shoes.
5. And if it is very severe, it may cause an infection to the internal bones.

How to treat ingrown toenails yourself

1. Soak your feet in warm water.
2. Always clean the ingrown toenail area thoroughly.
3. Don’t get your feet wet. Always try to dry your feet.
4. You should wear shoes that fit your feet properly. Not too loose or too tight.

Prevention of ingrown toenails

• Before cutting your nails, soak your feet in water for a few minutes to soften the nails. This will make the nails easier to cut. and should not be cut too close to the โปรโมชั่น ufabet meat And you might also use a pick to remove sharp edges from your nails.
• Choose shoes that fit the shape of your feet. Not too tight or too loose.
• Prevent fungus or other germs from growing between your nails by drying your feet. Don’t let it get wet.
• Try not to let your feet hit the edge of the table or chair.
• If the ingrown toenail is so inflamed that there is pus flowing out. You should immediately see a doctor for treatment.
• You should be vaccinated against tetanus. To prevent infection from ingrown toenails

Make sure to take good care of your foot health. Be careful not to cause ingrown toenails to occur. Because in addition to causing pain and suffering and is a source of various germs. It also makes your nails beautiful. It’s all beautiful.