Sometimes, surgical intervention for a severe ingrown toenail is needed. Research suggests that surgical procedures help prevent future recurrences better than non-surgical treatment options. People ...
The toenail typically grows back within three months. People who have an allergy to local anesthetics, peripheral vascular disease (a blood circulation disorder), or a bleeding disorder may not be ...
in which operations for ingrown toenail usually cause gangrene. Primary infections of the nails are uncommon in peripheral vascular disease, but the nails may be involved in acral ulceration ...
and 15.4% had toenail onychomycosis. [40] These diseases are usually related to poor foot hygiene, inadequate footwear, and excessive moisture. Overcrowding in shelters may also increase the risk ...