Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Ingrown nail
I have toe ingrown nail problem. It is very much painful. Now pus in my foot. Please suggest any medicine
Answers (10)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Consultation with a dermatologist is advisable
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced doctor online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+193
Hello ,got your concern ,it can be treatable with further evaluation, better healthcare and proper treatment ..For prescription and counselling regarding the same you can click on chat now for instant consultation
*Dr Hemanth Patakamuri* / IG : DHP
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
You l need antibiotics, or else the pus will spread and cause further problem .
Next Steps
dip the affected toe in povidone solution for 10 to 15 minutes daily for 3 to 4 days, it l reduce the infection and pain
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
You will need antibiotics and Pain-killers to begin with.
Share pictures and old medical records if any.
Next Steps
Consult online for detailed discussion and prescription medicine.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Need further information
Next Steps
Required antibiotics
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Please send a picture….as you might need antibiotic or surgical drainage
Next Steps
Consult
Health Tips
Please cut the corners of your nail circular to prevent recurrence
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Send picture..
Need detail history.
Consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Rajendra Kumar
General Physician
45 yrs exp
Jaipur
Share pictures
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Rohit Jain
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Ludhiana
U should take antibiotoc course otherwise it will increase. Better to take consult
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.