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Toe nail ingrowth
Shall I get my toe nail removed by root
Or get it burned or shall I just keep visiting doctors for surgery time to time.
It hurts like hell . please recommend a proper and permanent solution is possible.
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It needs removal of nail along with partial removal of ingrown nail bed.
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Contact a plastic surgeon or schedule an online consultation for the same
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Ingrowing toe nail is often a matter of great discomfort. Added infection in the nail bed makes the condition worse.
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Both Nail Avulsion and partial removal of nail bed with its germinal layer are suitable options. Plastic Surgeons are the experts in treating this condition
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Without seeing can't treat.. for detailed information do direct online consultation with photos
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No removal. Only a partial avulsion required. It's a simple surgery. Visit your nearest dermatologist for the same.
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Recurrent ingrowing toe nail needs removal of the nail from the root i.e partial/total nail avulsion
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Dr. Mamta Shah
Cosmetologist
8 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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Better to go to plastic surgeon for surgical removal
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