If you’re prone to ingrown nails, you’ve probably wondered how to remove an ingrown toenail yourself. After all, doing so can save you a trip to the doctor and prevent complications like infection.

What is an ingrown toenail? Ingrown toenails, a condition also known as onychocryptosis, occur when the edge of a toenail cuts into the tissue surrounding it or when the skin around a toe grows over ...

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An ingrown toenail, or onychocryptosis, is an uncomfortable but common condition in which the edge of your toenail grows into ...

Ingrown toenails occur when the toenail grows into the skin next to the nail. It most commonly affects the big toe. Although an ingrown toenail will not go away without treatment, people can usually ...

"Tight shoes can compress your toes, forcing the flesh into the nail," says Jenny Salazar, a nail technician in New York City. Another culprit: Nails that are too short and curved in at the corners ...

An ingrown toenail—medically known as onychocryptosis—refers to a toenail that has grown into your skin. The top corner of the nail grows into the flesh, causing pain and inflammation. Most ingrown ...

People say we’re living in crazy times — that the world is more divided than it ever has been. But we think there’s one thing we can all agree on: There’s nothing cuter than precious baby toes.

You should consult a doctor to examine or remove a damaged toenail, in order to prevent infection or other problems. The removal procedure only takes 15 to 20 minutes, but it can take up to 18 months ...

Q: I have had ingrown nails before, but the one I have now is painful, really red and swollen, and is leaking pus. Should I be on antibiotics? A: The nail matrix is the only part of the nail that's ...