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Ingrown nail
Which doctor to see for the treatment of ingrown nail? I searched online and it showed podiatrist, but there is no Podiatrist on my place. Should I show to a dermatologist or a general surgeon? Please help doctors
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Ingrowing toenail causes a lot of pain and leads of infection of the affected skin.
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Plastic surgeons are the experts in addressing this condition
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Treatment depends on the severity... for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos
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It may require abulsion with matricectomy which only a dermatosis can provide
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